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Narottam Mishra says he accepts Datia bypoll ticket decision
The Hindu··13 Jul
Former Madhya Pradesh Home Minister Narottam Mishra said he accepts the Bharatiya Janata Party decision not to field him for the Datia Assembly bypoll after visiting New Delhi, The Hindu reported. He said party discipline comes first and pledged to campaign for official candidate Ashutosh Tiwari after violent street protests over the Datia ticket decision.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Datia bypoll campaign can proceed after leadership pacification.
- Ticket disputes that turned violent are being walked back.
- Voters may see a three-cornered contest on July 30.
What's Happening
- Mishra said he accepts the party's candidate decision.
- Sources said Nabin asked him to rein in Datia supporters.
- Senior BJP leaders held meetings in Datia on preparedness.
Bypoll Fallout
- Mishra was denied the ticket in favour of Ashutosh Tiwari.
- Supporters blocked NH-44 and clashed with police earlier.
- Nominations were due as counting is set for August 3.
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