{
  "type": "article",
  "title": "Datia By-election: BJP fields Ashutosh Tiwari, know who is the new candidate",
  "summary": "The BJP has announced Ashutosh Tiwari as its candidate for the upcoming Datia assembly by-election in Madhya Pradesh. The seat fell vacant following the disqualification of Rajendra Bharti.",
  "content": "In Madhya Pradesh, the Bharatiya Janata Party has officially announced its candidate for the upcoming by-election for the Datia assembly constituency. The party's central election committee has decided to field Ashutosh Tiwari as its representative. According to a formal press release issued by the party, Ashutosh Tiwari is expected to file his nomination papers shortly.\n\nBackground of Ashutosh Tiwari\nAshutosh Tiwari comes from a background rooted in the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and has previously served as a divisional organization minister for the RSS. Additionally, he has shouldered responsibilities as the chairman of the Madhya Pradesh Housing Board. Having been associated with the BJP for a long duration, he has been chosen by the party as a key candidate for the contest in Datia.\n\nElection Schedule and Timeline\nThe Election Commission of India issued the notification for the by-election to fill the vacant seat in Datia on July 6. The deadline for filing nominations is July 13, while candidates will have until July 16 to withdraw their nominations. The polling in Datia is scheduled for July 30, with voting hours set from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The counting of votes will take place on August 3.\n\nOpposition Stance and Seat History\nThis by-election is being viewed as a battle of prestige between the ruling BJP and the opposition Congress. While the BJP has selected Ashutosh Tiwari, the Congress has yet to announce its candidate. There is speculation that the Congress may field Arjun Bharti, the son of the former MLA Rajendra Bharti who was disqualified.\n\nThe Datia assembly seat became vacant following the disqualification of Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti. He was disqualified from the state legislative assembly after being convicted in a fraud case. Notably, Rajendra Bharti had defeated the former Madhya Pradesh Home Minister and BJP leader Narottam Mishra in this constituency during the 2023 assembly elections. Narottam Mishra was considered the strongest contender for the ticket this time, but the party placed its trust in the younger face, Ashutosh Tiwari.\n\nLegal Hurdles for Rajendra Bharti\nMeanwhile, the Delhi High Court on Friday dismissed a petition filed by the disqualified Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti. He had sought a stay on his conviction in a fraud case involving the illegal receipt of interest by manipulating bank records between 1998 and 2011.\n\nWhat this means for you\nAcross India: This by-election in Datia holds significance regarding political power dynamics and the internal strength of the party.\n\nIn Datia: Voters will need to visit polling stations on July 30 to cast their ballots, with voting taking place between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM.\n\nQuestions & Answers\n\n1. Who is the BJP candidate for the Datia by-election?\nThe BJP has announced Ashutosh Tiwari as its candidate for the Datia by-election.\n\n2. On which day will voting take place in Datia?\nVoting for the Datia assembly seat will be held on July 30.\n\n3. Why did the Datia seat become vacant?\nThe seat fell vacant following the disqualification of Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti.\n\n4. When will the results of the by-election be declared?\nThe counting of votes and declaration of results will take place on August 3.",
  "url": "https://trendkia.com/en/politics/datia-upachunava-bjp-ne-ashutosh-tiwari-ko-maidana-men-utara-janie-kauna-hain-parti-ke-nae-pratyashi-6584",
  "category": "Politics",
  "publishedAt": "2026-07-10",
  "tags": [
    "Datia by-election",
    "BJP",
    "Ashutosh Tiwari",
    "Madhya Pradesh politics",
    "Rajendra Bharti",
    "Narottam Mishra"
  ],
  "language": "en",
  "site": "TrendKia"
}