Congress has replaced Rahul Gandhi with KL Sharma
Congress has replaced Rahul Gandhi with KL Sharma as its candidate from Amethi to challenge BJP’s Smriti Irani. Sharma, a familiar face in Amethi, aims to reclaim Congress’s stronghold by defeating Irani. The party carefully considered caste dynamics when selecting Sharma and is making strategic decisions to secure victory in Amethi.
These are the four proponents of KL Sharma
KL Sharma’s backers encompass representatives from the Pasi, Dhobi, Bania, and Brahmin communities. They consist of ex-Congress Assembly contender Vijay Pasi, former MLA Radheshyam Dhobi, Amethi Congress District President Pradeep Singhal, and State General Secretary Yogendra Mishra.
Such is the caste equation of Amethi
In terms of caste demographics in Amethi, there are 26% Dalit voters, 20% Muslim voters, and 18% Brahmin voters. The most substantial group comprises OBC voters at around 34%, with 12% Rajput voters also present. Congress aims to secure victory by strategically addressing these caste dynamics, hoping to emerge victorious once more in the region.
Who is KL Sharma?
Kishori Lal Sharma, the Congress nominee from Amethi, is recognized as a trusted leader in Sonia Gandhi’s circle. Hailing from Ludhiana, Punjab, KL Sharma has served as Sonia Gandhi’s representative in Rae Bareli for an extended period. With nearly four decades of organizational experience in Amethi and Rae Bareli, he is familiar with every nook and corner of these districts, making him a well-known figure among party members.
