BJP wins Manjalpur bypoll, but sharp fall in margin rings alarm bells

In a recent bypoll, the BJP claimed victory in the Manjalpur seat of Vadodara, Gujarat, with candidate Satish Patel triumphing over Congress's Bhikhabhai Rabari by a notable, though diminished, margin compared to past assembly election results. This election followed the passing of BJP MLA Yogesh Patel, highlighting a need for the party to reassess its strategies given the reduced lead in votes.

By ANJALI SINGH

Analysis: BJP's Satish Patel Fills Vacuum In Manjalpur, Wins Low-Turnout Bypolls

The Manjalpur area holds great political importance in Vadodara and the wider region. Located in urban Vadodara, it acts as a gateway connecting central Gujarat to the industrial towns of South Gujarat.