High-Stakes Contest: Nuapada By-Election Attracts 14 Candidates

The by-election in Nuapada sees 14 candidates, including major party representatives and independents, competing for the assembly seat vacated by the late Rajendra Dholakia. The BJP's Jay Dholakia, BJD's Snehangini Chhuria, and Congress's Ghasiram Majhi are key contenders. Voting is scheduled for November 11, with results on November 14.

The by-election to the Nuapada assembly constituency has drawn an intriguing pool of 14 candidates, electoral officials disclosed.

With no withdrawals by the closing date, the fray remains competitive, featuring prominent nominees such as Jay Dholakia representing BJP, BJD's Snehangini Chhuria, and Congress's Ghasiram Majhi.

The polling, triggered by the demise of Rajendra Dholakia, is scheduled for November 11, while the vote count will occur on November 14.

(With inputs from agencies.)