Ranchi Jharkhand Lok Sabha Constituency 2024: A historical and political overview

Ranchi Jharkhand Lok Sabha Election 2024 - Sanjay Seth BJP candidate from Ranchi constituency with Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami (Photo-PTI)

Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, has a rich history as the center of the Jharkhand movement, which advocated for a separate state for the tribal areas of South Bihar, Northern Odisha, Western West Bengal, and the eastern region of present-day Chhattisgarh. This movement eventually led to the formation of the Jharkhand state in 2000.

Ranchi is one of the key Lok Sabha constituencies in Jharkhand, often witnessing a tough competition between the Congress and the BJP. The constituency comprises six assembly segments: Ichchhagarh, Silli, Khijri, Ranchi, Hatia, and Kanke. The Kanke assembly seat is reserved for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Khijri for Scheduled Tribes (ST).

In the 2014 general elections, BJP's Ram Tahal Chaudhary received 448,729 votes, Congress's Subodh Kant Sahay garnered 249,426 votes, and AJSU's Sudesh Kumar Mahato obtained 142,560 votes. The 2019 general elections saw BJP's Sanjay Seth winning with 706,828 votes, Congress's Subodh Kant Sahay receiving 423,802 votes, and Independent Ramtal Chaudhary securing 29,597 votes.

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Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency remains a pivotal battleground in Jharkhand's political landscape. With its rich history, diverse demographics, and significant electoral importance, it continues to play a crucial role in shaping the political future of the state. The constituency's mix of urban and rural voters, along with its historical significance and notable candidates, make it a focal point during every election cycle.

For the Lok Sabha elections 2024, BJP is fielding the incumbent MP Sanjay Seth, who won the 2019 elections with a significant margin. The Congress candidate is expected to be Subodh Kant Sahay, a former MP who has represented Ranchi multiple times. The competition is set to be intense, with both candidates focusing on local development and addressing the needs of their constituency. The upcoming elections will be keenly watched as parties vie for dominance in this influential constituency.