Congress’ Kishori Lal Sharma Takes Early Lead In Amethi Against Smriti Irani

In a closely watched contest, Congress candidate Kishori Lal Sharma is currently leading by 19,000 votes against the sitting MP and BJP minister Smriti Irani in Amethi, as per the latest updates.

The results for the Lok Sabha election 2024 are expected to be announced later on Tuesday, with significant attention focused on the high-stakes battle in Uttar Pradesh's Amethi constituency.

The fate of Amethi was sealed during the fifth phase of the elections on 20 May, which saw a voter turnout of 54.40 per cent. The constituency has been a significant battleground, especially following the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, where Congress faced a major setback. Smriti Irani defeated then-Congress President Rahul Gandhi by a margin of 55,000 votes, a result that shocked the political establishment.

Rahul Gandhi's decision to contest from Raebareli instead of Amethi in this election cycle has added to the intrigue. This strategic move sent ripples through the political landscape, with Smriti Irani declaring that history had been made with Gandhi's shift. In response, Congress fielded Kishori Lal Sharma, a loyalist of the Gandhi family, to reclaim the constituency from Irani.

As counting continues, all eyes are on Amethi to see if Sharma can maintain his lead and reverse the fortunes for Congress in this key constituency. The final results are awaited with bated breath, promising a dramatic conclusion to one of the most watched electoral contests in the country.