Bypoll Waves: Mixed Fortunes for Political Parties Across Four States

In recent assembly bypolls, AAP's Gopal Italia triumphed in Gujarat's Visavadar, while the party also held Ludhiana West in Punjab. Additionally, Congress-led UDF reclaimed Nilambur in Kerala, and TMC secured Kaliganj in West Bengal. This electoral round reflected shifting political landscapes and voter sentiments in India.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 23-06-2025 17:45 IST | Created: 23-06-2025 17:45 IST
Bypoll Waves: Mixed Fortunes for Political Parties Across Four States
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Aam Aadmi Party's Gopal Italia clinched a significant victory in the Visavadar assembly constituency in Gujarat, marking a pivotal moment in the recent assembly bypolls. In a closely contested race, Italia triumphed over his BJP rival Kirit Patel, securing a win by a margin of 17,554 votes, as per the Election Commission data.

Meanwhile, the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) wrested control of Kerala's Nilambur from the ruling LDF by a margin of 11,077 votes, signaling a shifting political landscape in the region. Additionally, the Trinamool Congress retained its stronghold in West Bengal's Kaliganj constituency with candidate Alifa Ahmed winning by a landslide.

The outcomes of these bypolls, conducted on June 19, indicate evolving voter preferences and political realignments across states. AAP's leader Arvind Kejriwal described the victories as a precursor to the upcoming 2027 elections, emphasizing the electorate's rejection of both BJP and Congress in these regions.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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