Violent Protests Erupt as BJP Picks Tiwari Over Mishra for By-Election
Violent protests erupted in Madhya Pradesh's Datia after the BJP denied a ticket to senior leader and ex-home minister Narottam Mishra for the July 30 by-election, instead fielding Ashutosh Tiwari. Protests turned violent, injuring eight policemen and damaging vehicles. Mishra appealed for calm but protesters continued highway blockades. BJP chose Tiwari due to doubts about Mishra’s popularity and internal power dynamics. The party now aims to contain the fallout and secure votes for Tiwari.
12 JUL 2026
— The Hindu
After being denied a bypoll ticket in Madhya Pradesh, Narottam Mishra met with BJP leaders in Delhi and was instructed to support the party's candidate.
13 JUL 2026
— NDTV
Despite strong support, BJP chose Ashutosh Tiwari over Narottam Mishra for the Datia by-election.
14 JUL 2026
— The Hindu
Candidates for the Datia Assembly by-election filed their nominations, with the BJP and Congress fielding their respective candidates.
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