Prof. A Bimol Akoijam and Alfred K Arthur INC candidates for Manipur Lok Sabha Constituencies

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Ukhrul: The Indian National Congress (INC) has declared the names of the two candidates who will contest the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Manipur. JNU Professor Angomcha Bimol Akoijam has been nominated as the candidate for the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha Constituency. Concurrently, former MLA Alfred K Arthur has been selected to contest from the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha Constituency, ending speculations.

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Prof. A Bimol Akoijam’s selection as the INC candidate for the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha Constituency has drawn attention due to his extensive experience and academic background. With a distinguished career in academia, Prof. Akoijam brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the political arena.

On the other hand, the decision to field former MLA Alfred K Arthur for the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha Constituency signals the INC’s intent to bolster its presence and outreach in the state with the dynamism and energy Alfred offers. Arthur’s experience as a former MLA of the 44-Ukhrul Assembly Constituency underscores his familiarity with the concerns and aspirations of the people in the Outer Manipur constituency, making him a suitable candidate in the upcoming elections.

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The announcement of Prof. A Bimol Akoijam and Alfred K Arthur by INC sets the perfect stage for an engaging and closely watched electoral contest in a state roiled in violence since May 3, 2023. As the campaigning intensifies for the 18th Lok Sabha from two seats in Manipur, all eyes will be on how these candidates articulate their vision and policies to resonate with the electorate, ultimately shaping the outcome of the Lok Sabha elections in Manipur.

It is worth noting that the Naga People’s Front, a regional party officially awarded the party ticket to K Timothy Zimik for the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha Constituency in NPF central office in Kohima on Thursday.

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