GANGTOK: The Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF) has announced its candidates for all 32 assembly seats in the state.
The SDF candidates’ list was released by party president and former Sikkim chief minister Pawan Chamling on Monday (March 25).
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Among the prominent candidates to have made a cut into the SDF candidates’ list is former Indian football captain Bhaichung Bhutia from Barfung assembly seat.
Meanwhile, SDF veteran and former Sikkim chief minister Pawan Chamling will pursue re-election from Poklok-Kamrang.
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Here’s an overview of some key candidates and their respective constituencies:
- Poklok Kamrang: Pawan Chamling
- Barfung: Bhaichung Bhutia
- Daramdin: PN Sherpa
- Melli: Nirmal Kumar Pradhan
- Rinchenpong: Sonam Palden Bhutia
- Zoom Salghari: JB Darnal
- Yangthang: Kesham Limboo
- Soreng Chakung: AD Subba
- Yuksom-Tashiding: Meyong Gyatso Bhutia
- Namchi Singithang: Bimal Rai
Furthermore, the SDF has announced PD Rai as its candidate for elections to the lone Lok Sabha seat from the Himalayan state.