Shimla, Jan. 16 -- The impending election to a Rajya Sabha seat from the state has triggered intense political churn, with all indications pointing to a tough contest and the strong possibility of a woman candidate entering the Upper House.
The battle is being watched closely against the backdrop of the 2024 Rajya Sabha election, when the ruling Congress lost a seat despite enjoying a numerical advantage in the Assembly, an outcome widely attributed to cross-voting and internal dissidence.
This time, the Congress leadership appears wary of a repeat. The BJP, emboldened by its earlier success, is believed to be preparing for what political observers are describing as 'Operation Lotus 2.0'.
Party sources suggest the saffron party has been ...