Prime Minister Modi, currently serving as the Member of Parliament and the candidate representing the BJP, is set to submit his nomination papers for the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat in the upcoming 2024 general elections.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced his day in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, with a visit to Dashashwamedh Ghat, where he offered prayers prior to submitting his nomination for the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat. This significant occasion coincided with Ganga Saptami, an auspicious day, during which PM Modi actively participated in rituals and conducted the Ganga Aarti at the ghat.
As the incumbent Member of Parliament and the Bharatiya Janata Party’s nominee, PM Modi is set to file his nomination papers for the 2024 general elections. He aims to secure a third consecutive term, aspiring for a historic victory margin akin to his previous triumphs in the constituency.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced his day in Varanasi by offering prayers at Dashashwamedh Ghat along the banks of the Ganges. This sacred act preceded his nomination filing for the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh, a significant event considering his aspirations for a third term and a substantial victory margin.
The timing of Modi’s visit holds particular significance as it coincides with the auspicious occasion of Ganga Saptami. Engaging in prayers and conducting the Ganga Aarti at the Ghat, Modi immersed himself in the spiritual ambiance of the holy city.
A familiar ritual for Modi, who has clinched resounding victories in the previous two terms as the Member of Parliament and BJP’s candidate from Varanasi, filing his nomination papers was preceded by a visit to the Kal Bhairav Temple, underscoring his deep-rooted connection with the city.
As the anticipation builds for the upcoming general elections, scheduled for June 1 in Varanasi, heightened security measures were evident around the District Magistrate’s office in anticipation of Modi’s nomination.
Expressing their support, the Bharatiya Janata Party conveyed, via a post on social media platform X, the town’s readiness to once again endorse their “servant,” referring to Modi, for parliamentary representation. Modi reciprocated the sentiment on the same platform, emphasizing the profound bond he shares with the city, which transcends mere words.
In essence, Modi’s visit to Varanasi ahead of his nomination filing symbolizes not just a political event but also a reaffirmation of the enduring bond between the leader, the city, and its people.
Voting in Varanasi will be held on June 1 in the seventh and last phase of the Lok Sabha polls.
On Monday evening, PM Modi held an extravagant roadshow in Varanasi on a five-kilometre-stretch on Monday evening.
PM Modi was accompanied by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and BJP state president Chaudhary Bhupendra Singh. The whole stretch reverberated with ‘Har Har Mahadev’ and ‘Jai Shree Ram’ chants as a huge crowd of supporters and residents gathered on either side of the road to cheer the Prime Minister.
The Prime Minister Narendra started his roadshow by garlanding the statue of Mahamana Madan Mohan Malviya at the Singh Dwar of Kashi Hindu University at around 5 pm. After more than two and a half hours, the roadshow concluded at the Kashi Vishwanath Dham. After the roadshow, the Prime Minister offered prayers at the Kashi Vishwanath Dham along with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other BJP leaders.
Varanasi is the stronghold of the BHARTIYA JANATA PARTY and PM Modi. He won the seat twice- the 2014 and 2019 Lok Sabha elections. The Congress has pitted Uttar Pradesh Congress chief Ajay Rai against PM Modi in Varanasi. This is the third time Ajay Rai will face PM Modi in the Lok Sabha contest.
Conclusion:-
During the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, PM Modi secured victory in the constituency with a staggering 674,664 votes, garnering a notable vote share of 63.6%. In 2014, Modi contested elections in two Lok Sabha constituencies, namely Vadodara in Gujarat and Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh.
Loading ...