Dahod Lok Sabha election 2024: Date of voting, result, candidates, main parties, schedule

As the electoral fervor engulfs Dahod Parliamentary Constituency in Gujarat, the recent announcement by the Election Commission on March 17 has ignited anticipation for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. With polling day set for May 7, Dahod constituency braces itself for a high-stakes showdown between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Indian National Congress (INC), led by Jasvantsinh Bhabhor and Prabhaben Taviyad respectively.

In the electoral history of the Dahod parliamentary constituency, the years 2014 and 2019 represent significant milestones, showcasing the democratic process and political dynamics within the region.

In the 2019 parliamentary elections, the constituency witnessed robust participation, with a total of 1,598,939 electors exercising their democratic right. This marked an increase from the 1,411,765 electors recorded in 2014, indicative of the growing engagement of citizens in shaping the political discourse of Dahod.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) maintained its dominance in both elections, with Jashvantsinh Sumanbhai Bhabhor emerging victorious in 2019. His victory was significant, securing 561,760 votes and reaffirming the BJP's resonance with the electorate.

In 2014, the BJP's victory was secured by Jasvantsinh Sumanbhai Bhabhor, who garnered 511,111 votes. His Indian National Congress (INC) counterpart, Taviyad Dr Prabhaben Kishorsinh, trailed behind, reflecting the BJP's dominance in the region.

Fast forward to 2019, Jashvantsinh Sumanbhai Bhabhor's electoral triumph continued, with a notable victory margin of 127,596 votes. Katara Babubhai Khimabhai from the INC stood second with 434,164 votes, indicating the enduring presence of both political parties in the electoral fray.