Ranchi, June 16 -- Jharkhand Minister Irfan Ansari expressed confidence ahead of the Rajya Sabha elections, claiming that the ruling alliance's candidate, Pranav Jha, would win, citing differences between the political situations in Jharkhand and West Bengal.

"We will win. This is Jharkhand, not Bengal... Our candidate, Pranav Jha, will emerge victorious," Ansari told reporters on Monday in Ranchi.

The minister's remarks came amid heightened political activity ahead of the Rajya Sabha elections, with political parties engaged in efforts to consolidate support for their respective candidates.

Ansari expressed confidence in the strength of the ruling alliance in the state and reiterated that Pranav Jha would be elected to the Upper House...