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In Chhattisgarh, 100 out of 953 candidates in second phase face criminal cases, says poll watchdog report

Summary: Out of 958 candidates contesting the second phase of the Chhattisgarh Assembly elections, 100 (10%) have criminal cases against them. Major parties have 13 (19%) candidates from the Congress, 12 from the BJP, 11 from the Janta Congress Chhattisgarh (J) and 12 (27%) from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)…

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BJP will eliminate Chhattisgarh Naxalism in five years: Shah

Making his pitch for a “double engine” government in poll-bound Chhattisgarh, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that if the BJP came to power, Naxalism would be eliminated in five years.

The Hindu

State polls expose cracks in INDIA bloc. Will the drift dampen national alliance?

The ongoing campaign and the nature of contests in the assembly polls in five states – Mizoram, Rajasthan, Telangana, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh – were seen by many as an early test for the cohesiveness of the 28-parties national opposition alliance INDIA. Almost four months after it was formed in…

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Rahul ups the ante on paddy procurement in Chhattisgarh; says BJP does not want tribals to dream big

The ruling Congress party’s promise to pay ₹3,200 for every quintal of paddy to farmers in poll-bound Chhattisgarh is just the “beginning”, Rahul Gandhi said, assuring voters that the amount would be hiked further.

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Congress approaches Election Commission over ‘misuse’ of ED in Chhattisgarh

Congress approaches ECI to ensure ED's impartiality in Chhattisgarh polls. Delegation led by Singhvi demands disciplinary action against ED officials for misusing powers and violating EC's guidelines. ED accused of being used as political tool by BJP against Opposition leaders.

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From Kashmir to conversions, with Himanta in Chhattisgarh’s ‘jinxed’ constituency

In poll-bound Chhattisgarh, the BJP’s campaign strategy doesn’t revolve around just unemployment, corruption and women’s safety but Hindutva poll planks too.

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Enforcement Directorate raids | Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel slams BJP-led Centre

In poll-bound Chhattisgarh, ED launched a raid on the premises of Suresh Dhingani, a fireworks trader, in Bhilai area of Durg district this morning. However, it is not yet known in connection with which case the action is being taken.

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Congress wants to complain to EC over free ration scheme extension, let them commit this 'sin': PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 8 said Congress leaders have been saying they will complain to the Election Commission of India (EC) over his promise of extending for five years the free ration scheme for the poor people.

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‘Will win over 75 seats’: Cong Chhattisgarh president on Adivasi CM, Maoism, corruption

Chhattisgarh Congress president Deepak Baij is also an MP from Bastar, and he is now contesting the assembly polls from Chitrakoot constituency.

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Terrorists, Maoists emboldened when Congress comes to power: Modi in Chhattisgarh

PM Modi slams Chhattisgarh government for encouraging illegal immigration, snatching tribal lands, failing to control Naxalite violence. He highlights need for better safety, accuses Congress of human trafficking, drug trade, not providing equal opportunities to those educated in native languages. He cites achievements of his government reiterates promise of free…

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Naxalites, terrorists get emboldened whenever Congress comes to power: PM Modi in Chhattisgarh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 7 hit out at the Congress for failing to contain Naxalism in Chhattisgarh and said whenever the party comes to power at the Centre, Naxalites and terrorists get emboldened. Addressing a rally in Surajpur district of Chhattisgarh, Mr. Modi also targeted Chief Minister Bhupesh…

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India votes in key local polls gauging support for opposition, PM Modi

Voting begins in Chhattisgarh and Mizoram states, testing national mood ahead of next year’s general elections.

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Voting underway in Chhattisgarh's naxal-affected Karigundam area after 23 years

Voting is underway in the naxal-affected Karigundam area in Chhattisgarh after 23 years. Karigundam is part of the Dantewada (ST) constituency.

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Chhattisgarh Assembly polls: CRPF Jawan injured in IED blast in Naxal-hit Sukma

A jawan of the Central Police Reserve Force (CRPF) was injured in an IED (Improvised Explosive Device) blast triggered by Naxals in the Tondamarka area of Sukma district in Chhattisgarh on Tuesday. The jawan was deployed on election duty during the time of the blast.

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Chhattisgarh Assembly election | Amid hostile topography and extremism, a battle of ballot in Bastar region

A drive through the villages scattered around the newly completed Palli-Barsur Marg (PBM), part of an arterial State Highway in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region, exposes the accessibility and security challenges of people in this Naxal heartland.

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SP visits villages in Maoist-affected areas along the border with Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra

SP Kiran Khare visited Mukunoor village in Palimela mandal to ensure high voter turnout in Telangana Assembly elections. He urged villagers to vote without fear and warned youth against falling prey to ultras. CI Kiran and SI Thomas Reddy accompanied him.

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BJP, ED trying to save Mahadev betting app promoters, alleges Chhattisgarh CM

A day after the Centre blocked the controversial Mahadev app, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Monday alleged the BJP and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) were trying to save its promoters and said the Information Technology ministry has banned an online betting platform that was already unavailable on the Indian…

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Mahadev App: Centre didn't receive any letter seeking ban, says Union Minister Chandrasekhar

Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar rejects Congress' claim that Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel had first raised demand to ban Mahadev App. Alleges Baghel govt. deliberately stretched investigation to take out ₹508 crore. ED claims ₹508 crore paid to Baghel, he denies.

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All you need to know about Chhattisgarh Assembly Polls 2023

Here are a few charts that explain how the State has broadly voted since its formation in 2000.

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Congress gains power by fake guarantees to turn States into 'ATM of one family': Union Minister Chandrasekhar

Rajeev Chandrasekhar claims Congress uses fake guarantees to gain power, turning States into "ATM of one family". Alleges Congress misleads people, citing examples in Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Karnataka and Chhattisgarh. Claims Congress changed criteria for beneficiaries of guarantees in Karnataka

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Chhattisgarh Assembly elections: Three-layered security cover for over 600 polling booths in Bastar

In view of Chhattisgarh elections, Naxal activities will be monitored through drones and helicopters. Bomb disposal team and dog squad will also be roped in, according to the police.

Newslaundry

Morning Show: Paddy as poll pivot, Mahadev app, Chhattisgarh pride

In this episode of Morning Show from Chhattisgarh’s Raipur, we talk about the poll issues with some of the credible voices of the state, including senior journalists, social activists and a former bureaucrat.

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‘Risk, low voter turnout’: Choppers ferry poll officials in Maoist-hit Bastar

On November 4, three days ahead of the assembly polls in Chhattisgarh, a dozen polling officials flew to the state’s highly sensitive polling stations in the Moaist-hit Bastar division from its headquarters in Narayanpur.

The Hindu

Chhattisgarh BJP shares video with new claims on Mahadev app

BJP in Chhattisgarh shares video alleging CM Baghel of receiving ₹508 cr from Mahadev app promoters. Party's central media convener calls for Baghel's resignation if there is "even a little morality left". Video's veracity yet to be ascertained.

The Hindu

For Chhattisgarh BJP, the elephant in the room is demand for caste census

While Congress leaders stress caste census on the campaign trail and ask why the BJP is opposed to it, the leaders of the saffron party point to representation of OBCs in the Union Cabinet, and the number of OBC Chief Ministers from the party

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