The electorate in Jalandhar will cast their votes on June 1
Jalandhar Lok Sabha constituency is one of the 13 parliamentary constituencies in Punjab, the electorate in Jalandhar will cast their votes on June 1, with the results slated for announcement on June 4, 2024.
The constituency, reserved for the Scheduled Castes (SC) category, carries the entire Jalandhar district and includes nine assembly seats: Phillaur (SC), Nakodar, Shahkot, Kartarpur (SC), Jalandhar West (SC), Jalandhar Central, Jalandhar North, Jalandhar Cantt, Adampur (SC), and Chabbewal (SC). The literacy rate in the constituency stands at 73.97%.
In the 2019 General Election, Congress candidate Santokh Singh Chaudhary emerged victorious with a margin of 19,491 votes, securing 385,712 votes against Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) candidate Charanjit Singh Atwal, who garnered 366,221 votes. The voter turnout was a notable 63.05%.
This year’s election sees a competitive lineup of candidates:
Sushil Kumar Rinku (BJP): He was Born on June 5, 1975, Rinku is a former member of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and has served as a member of the Punjab Legislative Assembly from Jalandhar West. He recently joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after winning a by-election as an AAP candidate on May 13. Rinku”s switch to the BJP was marked by a formal induction on March 27, 2024.
Charanjit Singh Channi (Congress): A seasoned politician who served as the 16th Chief Minister of Punjab. His political career began as a municipal councillor in Kharar, and he has also held the position of Minister of Technical Education and Training in the Second Amarinder Singh Ministry. Additionally, he served as the leader of the opposition in the Punjab Legislative Assembly.
Pawan Kumar Tinu (AAP): Previously a member of the Punjab Legislative Assembly representing Adampur for the Shiromani Akali Dal, Tinu switched to the Aam Aadmi Party in April 2024. His candidacy for the Jalandhar Lok Sabha seat was announced shortly after his move to AAP.
Mohinder Singh KP (SAD): Adding further intensity to the election, the SAD has fielded Mohinder Singh KP, highlighting a contest that involves significant legendary ties and political tussles.
All Candidates held rallies, roadshows, and media interactions, while family members canvassed door-to-door in a final push for support.
In Jalandhar”s West area, a vibrant atmosphere predominates BJP and Congress posters, banners, and flags dominating the streets. The main contest appears to be between Sushil Kumar Rinku (BJP) and Charanjit Singh Channi (INC). This election is crucial for all major parties: AAP aims to prove its ruling strength, while Congress, BJP, and SAD vie for prestige and revivification.
