The Candidate: As the fervour of Lok Sabha elections sweeps the nation, political parties are gearing up for intense campaigning. Amidst this, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has once again placed its trust in Lallu Singh as its candidate for the Faizabad Lok Sabha seat. With a formidable track record of five-time MLA and two-time MP, Lallu Singh holds a significant position in the political landscape of Ayodhya.Early Life and Political CareerBorn on November 1, 1954, in Raipur village, located in Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh, Lallu Singh embarked on his political journey with the BJP. Serving as a member of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly from 1991 to 2012, he secured victories in the Assembly elections held in 1991, 1993, 1996, 2002, and 2007. During his tenure, he held esteemed positions such as Minister of State for Tourism and Minister of State for Power Energy in the Uttar Pradesh Government. Additionally, Lallu Singh chaired the Assurance Committee and Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly, showcasing his leadership prowess.Entry into National PoliticsIn a notable shift to national politics, Lallu Singh contested the 2014 Lok Sabha elections and emerged victorious, securing his maiden seat in the Parliament. Defeating his opponent, Mitrasen Yadav of the Samajwadi Party (SP), by a significant margin, Lallu Singh garnered widespread support, clinching 4.91 lakh votes.Second Term in ParliamentUndeterred by challenges, Lallu Singh sustained his momentum and secured a second term in the Parliament during the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. Despite facing a formidable coalition of the Samajwadi Party (SP) and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), he emerged victorious, defeating SPs Anand Senan Yadav by approximately 66 thousand votes. With an impressive tally of 5.29 lakh votes, Lallu Singh affirmed his stature as a seasoned politician with a strong voter base.The Road AheadAs Lallu Singh sets his sights on a hat-trick victory, he faces the arduous task of navigating through a fiercely contested electoral battleground. With his experience, leadership, and unwavering commitment to public service, Lallu Singh remains a formidable contender in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, poised to continue his legacy of representing the people of Faizabad with diligence and dedication.
