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South Korea Holds Parliamentary Elections with High Voter Turnout Expected

South Korea Holds Parliamentary Elections with High Voter Turnout Expected


| April 10, 2024, 5:13 a.m.

South Korea Holds Parliamentary Elections with High Voter Turnout Expected

Voting is underway in South Korea's parliamentary elections, with high voter turnout expected. The outcome will determine the future direction of President Yoon Suk Yeol's agenda, as well as the balance of power in the National Assembly. The elections have seen significant interest, with record early voting turnout. Key issues include the performance of the ruling People Power Party and the opposition Democratic Party, as well as the emergence of minor parties. Exit polls will provide initial insights into the election results.

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| March 17, 2024, 10:31 a.m.

YSRC Names Gumma Thanuja Rani as Araku Parliamentary Candidate

The ruling YSRC party surprised many by announcing Gumma Thanuja Rani as its candidate for the Araku parliamentary constituency, the sole tribal segment in Andhra Pradesh. This decision marks the second change in candidate selection for the constituency, with Thanuja Rani replacing the previously nominated candidate. The move follows dissatisfaction among locals with the earlier nominee, MLA Bhagyalakshmi, who was perceived as favoring non-tribals. Thanuja Rani, the daughter-in-law of Araku MLA Chetti Palguna, brings a background in healthcare and strong familial ties to the region. However, she may face competition from former Araku MP Kothapalli Geetha, expected to run as the BJP-Sena-TD candidate.

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