Constituency - New Delhi

State - Delhi

Election Date : 07-May-2009 Political Party :Indian National Congress

Ajay Maken is the Minister of State Of Urban Development in the Government of India. He is the youngest minister from Congress to be sworn in the Council of Ministers in the Indian Government.

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Candidate Name : Ajay Maken

Educational Qualification : B.A University of Delhi

Previous Field Work : Yet to be updated.

Political Background : He started his political career after becoming the President of Delhi University Students Union in 1985. He also became a trade-union leader. In 1993 he became for the first time, a member of the Legislative Assembly of Delhi. In 1998, he won again from the same constituency. In 1999, at the age of 35, he became the Parliamentary Secretary to the Chief Minister.

Achievements (HOT STATS) :Being Transport Minister in the Sheila Dikshit cabinet and is known for having brought in CNG. As a power minister, Ajay Maken is credited with privatizing Electricity distribution in Delhi. The youngest Speaker of any State Assembly in the country at the age of 39. In 2004 he became Member of Parliament after defeating the BJP candidate, sitting Cabinet Minister Jagmohan.

Non Achievements (Cold STATS) :Few case on him for Prevention of Damage to property Act under IPC sections 148,149,353,332

Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, India.gov.in, Engagevoter.com
Contributed by Sudipa Banerjee from Bangalore

Constituency - West Delhi

State - Delhi

Election Date : 07-May-2009 Political Party :Bhartiya Janata Party


Jagdish Mukhi is a former minister of Finance, Planning, Excise & Taxation and Higher Education in Delhi government.





Candidate Name : Dr Jagdish Mukhi

Educational Qualification :B.Com Raj Rishi College, Alwar, University of Rajasthan and Sri Ram College of Commerce, Delhi University. He was awarded Ph.D. in the field of Finance from Kurukshetra University.

Previous Field Work :Professor

Political Background : President of West Delhi BJP and Secretary of Delhi State Bhartiya Janta Party. Held the post of Chief Whip of BJP in the Delhi Metropolitan Council. Prof. Mukhi was elected as Member of the Delhi Legislative Assembly in 1993.

Achievements (HOT STATS) :He was awarded “The Best MLA & Leader of Opposition”. This award was given to him by the than Hon’ble Speaker of Lok Sabha Shri Shiv Raj Patil.

Non Achievements (Cold STATS) :Yet to be update.

Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, Ibnlive.in
Contributed by Sudipa Banerjee from Bangalore

Constituency - Jangipur (W.B)

State - West Bengal

Election Date : 07-May-2009 Political Party :Indian National Congress


Pranab Mukherjee, known to be a competent party Full time professional , "a prominent Gandhi family loyalist. He has been a member of the Board of Governors of the International Monetary Fund, The World Bank, The Asian Development Bank, and the African Development Bank.

Candidate Name : Pranab Mukherjee

Educational Qualification :M.A (History), M.A (Political Science), LL.B, D. Ltt.(Honoris Causa), fromVidyasagar College, Suri, Calcutta University West Bengal.

Previous Field Work :Teacher, Journalist and Author.

Political Background :Minister of External Affairs of India, Former finance Minister of India (1982-84), President of West Bengal state unit of Congress.

Achievements (HOT STATS) :Awarded the Padma Vibhushan, Rated as one of the best five Finance Ministers of the world (1984). Successful signing of the Indo-US civilian nuclear agreement, Nuclear Supplier Group. Conferred Best Parliamentarian Award for 1997.He was considered as ranking Minister and presided over the Cabinet meeting of the Union in the absence of the Prime Minister during 1980-1985.

Non Achievements (Cold STATS) :Yet to be update.

Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, India.gov.in
Contributed by Sudipa Banerjee from Bangalore

Constituency - Khammam (A.P)

State - Andhra Pradesh

Election Date : 16-Apr-2009 Political Party :Indian National Congress

Renuka Chowdhury, acclaimed as “firebrand” for her out-spoken candid nature, she is a versatile conversationalist, and has a number of literary, artistic and scientific accomplishments to her credit.


Candidate Name : Renuka Chowdhury

Educational Qualification :MA in Industrial Psychology and was educated at Karnataka University, Bangalore Karnataka.

Previous Field Work :Political & Social Worker.

Political Background :Union Minister of state Women & Child Development, Union Minister of State Ministry of Tourism, Member of Rajya Sabha (1986-98), Union Minister of State, Health and Family Welfare (1997-98).

Achievements (HOT STATS) :Protest on Mangalore Pub attack and full support for Pink chaddi campagin.She has contributed zealously in the field of women and child development and welfare.

Non Achievements (Cold STATS) : controversy over supporting the UPA government's bill on domestic violence. Charged under Sections 332 (voluntarily causing hurt to deter public servant from his duty) and 353 (assault or criminal force to deter public servant from discharge of his duty) of IPC (Indian Penal Code).

Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, IBNlive.com, Deccan chronicle.
Contributed by Sudipa Banerjee from Bangalore

Bombatt Verdict: A Political Debate

Bombatt Verdict, an unprecedented event in the Indian television history, a constituency wise political debate for Bangalore urban area was organized by news 9 and supported by Smart Vote on 14th April 2009.

Bangalore South

It kicked off with Bangalore South Constituency , represented by heavy weight Ananth Kumar (BJP) , Young congress leader Krishna Byre Gowda (Congress), Entrepreneur Capt Gopninath (Independent), Professor Radha Krishna (JD(S)) , Dr Jaya Lakshmi (SUCI) , Youths Santosh Min and K.C Janardhan both independent.

The reasons for contesting the election varied for different candidates, If one wants to tighten up national security, the other wants to assertive rights to people.

The debate was at its best with all the attacks and counter attacks from the candidate, Ananth Kumar raised the issue of rise in food prices for which Krishna Byre gowda counter attacked by stating the example of Goa govt ruled by congress, where foods prices have been subsides and the ruling party in Karnataka (BJP) not able to subsides the food prices.

Santosh Min (Angry Young Man), has many practical methods to counter corruption like having complaint register across all the govt offices and having many pedestrian crossings.

Dr Jayalakshmi raised the issue of job security stating the example of infosys laying off 2100 employees and public sector companies closing due to unavailability of funds.

I had never seen of heard Capt Gopinath with so much energy and speaking on political issues. He stated the corruption level in providing licenses for bakery and stressed more upon helping more entrepreneurs who can create jobs.

The drama begun when Krishna Byre gowda had to leave in the middle of the debate and audiences protested. But this young congress leader who claims to good listener which he is, was able to convince the audience and proved for his early exit. This was followed by Ananth kumar’s and Radha Krishna’s exit.

The audiences were only left with Capt Gopinath, Dr Jaylakshmi, Janardhan and Santosh min to anwers their queries.

Bangalore North

This was followed by Bangalore North Bangalore South Constituency, represented by heavy weight Jaffer Shariff (Congress), Chandra Gowda (BJP), Surendra Babu ( JD(s)), Zafer Mohiddin (Independent) , Tippu Vardan ( Bharatiya Prajya Paksha) , V Prasanna Kumar (Independent).

This was much more organized show by New 9, improving themselves on the mistakes made in the first session with more time allocated for audience questions.

Independent candidates were more stressing on the issue which the political parties have not been able to solve the common man’s (Am Adami ) issues.

Question: Prime Motto for contesting for Elections???

Surendra Babu : To keep a check on the amendments to be made to the public and work on reservation to reach to the lowest level.

Zafer Mohiuddin : Wants to bring youth to vote and wants to work on mass transportaion.

Jaffer Shariff : Lost in the pervious election, so wants to retire with an winning note
Chandre Gowda : Bring satisfaction to common man.

V Prasanna Kumar: Help the poor and solve the issue which political parties have not done.

Tippu Vardhan: To work on security, eliminate rowdies which can only be done with power.

A lot was debated on 2 party system Vs Multiple party systems, and the final outcome was multiple party systems leads to instability in the govt.

Question: Foremost Issue which needs to be solved???

Surendra Babu : Reservation, Security.

Zafer Mohiuddin : Security, Corruption, Mass transportation.

Jaffer Shariff: Internal Security, Corruption.

Chandra Gowda : Security .

V Prasanna Kumar: Corruption.

How much of these debates or media hype would transform the voters to cast their votes , choose the right candidates and make him accountable needs to be watched....

Constituency - Chennai Central

State - Tamil Nadu

Date : 13-MAY-2009 Political Party : Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK).

Dayanidhi Maran , Former Minister for Communications and Information Technology and Son of Late Mr Murasoli Maran. His contributions to the development of the State has been numerous and manifolds. Know more about this campaign @ www.dmaran.nic.in

Candidate Name : Dayanidhi Maran

Educational Qualification : Graduated in Economics from Loyola College, Chennai (1986-89), Major Management Programme In Harvard Business School, Boston, USA.

Previous Field Work :Associated with print media and visual media for over a decade.

Political Background :Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Elected MP 14th Lok Sabha.

Achievements (HOT STATS) :Reduction in mobile and landline call rates drastically during his tenure as Union IT and Communications minister. Brought in investments well in excess of $30b for the IT sector. Providing of Village Public Telephone (VPTs) in remaining unconnected 66,822 villages component of Bharat Nirman.

Non Achievements (Cold STATS) : Dayanidhi Maran has been accused of demanding the Tatas 33.33% shares from the Tata-Rupert Murdoch DTH project (Tata Sky) for the Sun Network.

Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, www.dmaran.nic.in

Contributed by Venkatesh Arumugam from Bangalore

Constituency - Kolkata South

State - West Bengal
Election Date : 13-MAY-2009 Political Party : Trinamool Congress

Mamata Banerjee Found and chief executive of all india Trinamool Congress party and a member of the 14th Lok Sabha of India. She represents Kolkata south constituency of West Bengal. Know more about his campagin @ www.trinamoolcongress.com

Candidate Name : Mamata Banerjee

Educational Qualification : M.A., B.Ed., LL.B., Trained in Work Education,Educated at Calcutta University (West Bengal).

Previous Field Work :Political & Social Worker.

Political Background :Union Cabinet Minister, Railways(1999-2001) , Union Cabinet Minister, Coal and Mines (2004), Member, Committee on Home Affairs ( 2007 onwards).
Achievements (HOT STATS) :As a railway minister, she introduced 19 new trains for 2000-2001fiscal year. Provided free legal aid to the poor and working for the protection of human rights; organized various health camps for mothers and children.

Non Achievements (Cold STATS) : Lack of diplomacy and suaveness has come under scanner for protesting against Tata Nano project at singur and chemical Hub at Nandigram. Intellectuals feel that she is a hurdle for the states optimal growth.

Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, www.trinamoolcongress.com

Constituency - Kolkata North

State - West Bengal
Election Date : 13-MAY-2009 Political Party : Communist Party of India (CPI(M))

Mohammad Salim, a member of the 14th Lok Sabha of India representing Kolkata north constituency of West Bengal. Know more about his campagin @ http://vote.cpim.org/

Candidate Name : Mohammad Salim,

Educational Qualification : M.A. (Philosophy ) Educated at St. Barnabas High School, Maulana Azad College, Calcutta, Jadavpur University and Calcutta University College of Law.

Previous Field Work :President Calcutta Muslim Orphanage, Political & Social Worker, .

Political Background :Elected to 14th Lok Sabha, Member, Consultative Committee, Ministry of Finance, Chairman, Committee on Urban Development (2007 onwards).

Achievements (HOT STATS) :Engaged in organizing students and youth and founded educational institutions.

Non Achievements (Cold STATS) : Demands of Sex worker in North Kolkata constituency like labour rights for their profession, non discrimination of their children or family members, freedom from police oppression has not yet been accomplished. It’s a huge vote bank of around 2, 80,000 voters..

Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, http://silverscorpio.com/, http://vote.cpim.org/

Constituency - Hyderabad

State - Andhra Pradesh
Election Date : 16- Apr-2009 Political Party : All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen

Asaduddin Owaisi Son of Sultan Salahuddin Owaisi who served as Member of parliament for Six Consecutive terms. Asaduddin Owaisi member of LokSabha and know more about this campagin @ http://www.owaisi.com/, http://www.aimim.in/


Candidate Name : Asaduddin Owaisi.

Educational Qualification : LLB from University of London, Bar-At-Law (Lincolns Inn), Graduate (B.A) from Osmania University.

Previous Field Work : Lawyer.

Political Background :Member of parliament (14th Lok Sabha),Member of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly for ten years. Member Standing Committee on Defence.

Achievements (HOT STATS) :Upliftment of Muslim Community, Development work of Old Hyderabad, Top MP for Raising Issue in the Parliament.

Non Achievements (Cold STATS) : Rioting incidents during the protest against cartoons of the Prophet by a Danish newspaper, Many cases registered for unlawful assembly, damange to property etc.

Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, Http://www.owaisi.com/, http://www.aimim.in/





Political Party : Independent



Zahid Ali Khan, Editor of a Urdu Daily “Saisat” and known to be people’s Person.He is contesting against a major gaint MIM’s Asaduddin Owaisi, and also hoping on Hindu Vote bank in Hyderabad Constituency. He is also been backed by Left parties, TDP led grand alliance called Mahakootami.

Candidate Name : Zahid Ali Khan

Educational Qualification : To be updated.

Previous Field Work : Editor of an Urdu Daily “Saisat”.

Political Background :Newbie in Politics with the support of TDP and Third Front.

Achievements (HOT STATS) :Tireless services in improving the lot of Indian Muslims by actively engaging in relief and development efforts. Relief to victims of Gujarat genocide by raising the largest donation in India through the medium of his newspaper, Organized a training course for Muslim aspirants in Border Security Force, army and other such forces.

Non Achievements (Cold STATS) : Rumors about Mr Zahid Ali Khan has illegally encroached Wakf property.

Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, www.newshyd.blogspot.com , Economic Times

Constituency - Secunderabad

State - Andhra Pradesh
Election Date : 16- Apr-2009 Political Party : Indian National Congress (INC)

M. Anjan Kumar Yadav, A yound Dynamic who is currently member of the 14th Lok Sabha of India. He represents the Secunderabad constituency of Andhra Pradesh. Know more about his campagin @ http://anjankumaryadav.com/


Candidate Name : M. Anjan Kumar Yadav

Educational Qualification : B.A from Dharmavath Collge, Hyderabad.

Previous Field Work : Agriculturist.

Political Background :Elected to 14th Lok Sabha, President of Hyderabad City Congress Committee, Member of Standing Committee on Coal and Steel.

Achievements (HOT STATS) : Organised dharna’s for protesting against the recent liquor scam and also against commercialization of education. Took up the cause of TRANSCO consumers receiving abnormal bills by staging a dharna in front of Amberpet Transco office.

Non Achievements (Cold STATS) : Issues raised by residents around Shaikpet about water logging, garbage clearence, mosquito menace.

Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, The Hindu, http://anjankumaryadav.com/



Political Party : Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)

Bandaru Dattatreya commonly Known "Dattanna" is currently the president of BJP's Andhra Pradesh unit. He has been elected thrice as member of parliament from Secunderabad Lok Sabha constituency in India and former Union Minister.

Candidate Name : Bandaru Dattatreya

Educational Qualification : B.Sc Educated at Osmania University, Hyderabad (Andhra Pradesh).

Previous Field Work : Member Tobacco Board (1991-96) , Businessman

Political Background :President B.J.P Andhra Pradesh, Union Minister of State, Ministry of Urban Development, Union Minister of State, Ministry of Railways (2002 onwards).

Achievements (HOT STATS) : Launch of 700 air-conditioned buses in the city , funding of Osmania, Gandhi and Niloufer hospitals, served the victims of cyclones and natural calamities.

Non Achievements (Cold STATS) : Yet to be updated.

Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, The Hindu, http://www.newshyd.blogspot.com/

Key Concerns of Constituency : Bad Roads, Rise of anti social elements, Unscheduled power cuts, Imbalance Growth.

Constituency - Bangalore North

State - Karnataka
Election Date : 23- Apr-2009 Political Party : Indian National Congress (INC)

CK Jaffer Sheriff is a prominent politician from Karnataka state in India and a senior leader of Indian National Congress party. He was Railway Minister in Government of India
Candidate Name : CK Jaffer Sheriff
Educational Qualification : Matriculate, Educated at Government High School, Challakere, Chitradurga (Karnataka).
Previous Field Work : Agriculturist, Member Central Muslim Association of Karnataka, Member Court of Aligarh Muslim University.
Political Background: Union Cabinet Minister, Railways(1991-1995), Member, Committee on Home Affairs, Member, Committee on Public Undertakings.
Achievements (HOT STATS) : Instrumental in Unigauge Policy- Converting different gauges of track to board gauge and thereby saving lots of money for railways . Instrumental in getting wheel and Axle plant in Bangalore.
Non Achievements (Cold STATS) : Known for having a station and a traffic underpass built near his bungalow near Bangalore during his tenure as a railway minister.
Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, http://parliamentofindia.nic.in.

Constituency - Bangalore Central

State - Karnataka

Election Date : 23- Apr-2009 Political Party : Indian National Congress (INC)

HT Sangliyana - “A man of his words” is a member of 14th Lok Sabha of India. He is known for his bravery, Honesty, fearlessness during his tenure with the police force. He is also in twitter and has his own website & blogs.

Candidate Name : Dr H.T Sangliyana

Educational Qualification : B.A. Hons (Economics)Educated at St Edmund's College, Shillong.

Previous Field Work : Retired as Director General of Police (2003), Served as Commissioner of Police, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Commissioner of Police in Bangalore city.

Political Background : Elected to 14th Lok Sabha, Member, Committee on Home Affairs, Member, Joint Committee on Parliament House Security, Member, Informal Consultative Committee, South Western Railways.

Achievements (HOT STATS) : As Commissioner, Arrested Fake Stamp Paper King Telgi, Awarded “Super Cop”, Recipient of two highest medals – Meritorious Service medal & Distinguished Service Medal. Adviser to various NGOs and Civil Societies, Books Published – A guide to Mizo/English, Politics and people, Dos & Don’ts for security.

Non Achievements (Cold STATS) : Expelled from the party for cross-voting for the ruling United Progressive Alliance in a 22 July trust vote.

Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, http://www.whereincity.com/, http://htsangliana.blogspot.com/,

Constituency - Mysore

State - Karnataka
Election Date : 30- Apr-2009 Political Party : BJP

C H Vijaya Shankar is known as the People's MP and a member of 14th Lok Sabha of India. He represents Mysore consistency and a member of BJP.

Candidate Name : Shri C H Vijaya Shankar
Educational Qualification : B.A. from R.T.E.S. College, Ranibennur, Karnataka University.
Previous Field Work : Agriculturist, Member Central Silk Board (1998-99), Member Committee on Railways( 5 Aug. 2007 onwards).
Political Background : Elected to 12th Lok Sabha (1998),Ministry of Environment and Forests, Re-elected to 14th Lok Sabha (2nd term, 2004), Member, Committee on Commerce.
Achievements (HOT STATS) : Abiding concern over mysore – Bangalore double railway track, Funds raised for mysore city developments, Major role in the progress of Airport work.
Non Achievements (Cold STATS) : yet to be updated
Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, http://india.gov.in/, Star of Mysore

Constituency - Bangalore South

State - Karnataka
Election Date : 23- Apr-2009 Political Party : BJP

Ananth Kumar is a member of 14th Lok Sabha of India. He represents Bangalore south consistency and a member of BJP. He joined BJP in 1987 and also headed various ministries in his polictial career. Know more about him @ http://ananth.org/

Candidate Name : Shri Ananth Kumar

Educational Qualification : Faculty of arts(B.A) and Bachelors of Law (LLB)

Previous Field Work : Secretary for a student wing in Karnataka (ABVP)

Political Background : National General Secretary(BJP,2004), President(BJP,Karnataka), cabinet minister.

Achievements (HOT STATS) : Accomplishment of BAIL, Work on Bangalore Metro, Social projects.

Non Achievements (Cold STATS) : IPC 353 Assaulting public servant,427 Causing damage, Section 107 of K.P. Act.

Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, http://ananth.org/ .



Political Party : Independent

Capt Gopinath , The man who changed the face of Indian Aviation and who made common man fly is taking a plunge on politics. A great Entrepreneur who believes in ‘Be the change you want to see in the world”. Know more about this campagin @ http://votecaptaingopi.com/

Candidate Name : Capt Gopinath

Educational Qualification : Graduate from Indian Military Academy.

Previous Field Work : Entrepreneur Founder of Deccan Aviation, Commissioned officer, Indian Army. Vice Chairman Kingfisher Airlines.

Political Background : Contested Assembly Election (1994) as a BJP Candidate.

Achievements (HOT STATS) : Founder of Air Deccan, Winner of Aviation Week award, “Knight of the Legion of Honor” from French Govt Rajyotsava Award from GOK.

Non Achievements (Cold STATS) : Yet to be updated.

Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, http://votecaptaingopi.com/.



Political Party : Indian National Congress ,

Krishna Byre Gowda, The head of youth congress in Karnataka and a popular personality amongst the youth is going to battle against the might giant Ananth Kumar for the Bangalore south Constituency .Know more about this campagin @ http://www.krishnabyregowda.in/


Candidate Name : Krishna Byre Gowda

Educational Qualification : Masters Degree in international relations from American University. Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Christ College .

Previous Field Work: Project Associate Development Alternatives Inc ( 2003), Project Associate Ethiopian Embassy (1998-99).

Political Background : President Karnataka Pradesh Youth Congress, Twice elected as member of state legislative Assembly.

Achievements (HOT STATS) : As president of Youth congress, organized Debating event, Leading the protest at Byatarayanapura, demanding better infrastructure, water supply, electricity and sanitation facilities.

Non Achievements (Cold STATS) : Yet to be updated.

Source of Information (SOI) : Wikipedia, Economic Times, http://www.krishnabyregowda.in/




Political Party : Independent,




Santosh Min B, An Green Candidate, Environmentalist working for Citizen Group “Hasire Usiru”, agitations against tree destructions during road widening. He claims to implement many practical and Eco friendly solutions if he were to win.



Candidate Name : Santosh Min B

Educational Qualification : Diploma in Physiotherapy. Has also worked as YOGA Instructor and Licentiate in General Insurance.

Previous Field Work: Worked for many Domestic and MNC’s companies - TTK Health Care(2003- 2004), Accenture Services (2005-2007), Aviva Global Services(2008 - Till date), Green Peace India (NGO) (2004- 2005).

Political Background : Fresh Entry in Political Arena.

Achievements (HOT STATS) : Active Involvement in Protests against tree destructions and adulterations of medical Herbs. President Scout - 1990 batch and have a sworn duty to serve the country.


Non Achievements (Cold STATS) : Yet to be updated.

Source of Information (SOI) : Hindu.com.


Note: Santosh Min B, Last Name in the electronic voting machine.

The Much Awaited Is Here

The main idea of this initiative "My Vote 4 My Leader", which was to create the awareness among the voters about our future leader (Election Candidates) in terms of their background, qualification, achievements and many more is here. We would be publishing the candidates profile from here on and contents are exceprted from different sources (Web, Newspaper, etc).

The political parties are still working on with their strategies to come up with the final list of candidates, So mean while we would be covering about the confirmed candidates.

"So join us to awaken and motivate every one to
participate in the democracy's largest exercise, to choose the right leader for our country."

Who, When & Where.....

Have you ever tried searching " Election Schedule" or " Election date" in google Search??? I am sure you would have found many sites which published this information. But how many of these sites provided a much user friendly look and feel of the information??

I am was very much tempted to customize this information and provide a much better look and feel and transform it on a map , but until i found this amasing site which have done a great work on this. Its worth checking it out and appreciate the work done from "Maps of India"

http://www.mapsofindia.com/election/india-election-2009/

Open Political Ground

How many of you must have heard people saying " There's no candidate who deserves my valuable vote, so what's the point voting???" or " I would rather not vote than vote without being well informed and my ballot will not be a knee-jerk reaction."

"If you feel that your vote is valuable, then make it
count."

There are lot more deserving candidates out their in this 15th Lok Sabha elections who have proved themselfs in their respective feilds like sports, bureaucracy, armed forces, diplomatic cadres , judiciary and media

- RK Mishra Winner Lead India joined BJP to work towards engaging educated civil society in the political process.

- Cricketers Azharuddin ( to get Congress entry) and Chetan Sharma (Contesting for BSP), may be new to politics but not to people

- Shashi Tharoor (formerly UN under-Secretary general for communications and public information and India's candidate for the post of secretary general) will fight elections for Congress from Kerala

- MK Badra Kumar formerIndian Career diplomat joined hands with Communists

- TP Srinivasan former ambassador of India reported to have joined with BJP to contest from constituency in Kerala

- Retd General and former Punjab Governor BKN Chhibher support on BSP ticket to contest against former Cricketer Navojit Singh Sidhu (BJP) in Amritsar.

-IAS officer CG Thomson from kerala is quiting bureaueracy to join politics.

Besides , there are other entrants like Justice (retd) Shambhu Singh (congress from MP), a former TV Journalist Rohit Mathur (Seeking BJP) .

So guys, we have many proved candiates who are contesting for the first time in this elections to make a difference and bring a change. Whether they would eds to seen and measured in the course of time....

Source : DNA , TOI

The Beginning

"Vote for what you believe in and what is right. Educate others about their right to voteand ignite the spark, to light the fire of change"

- Excerpt from a blog by Simran Pandey

As you all know General Elections is round the corner and all parties are making their plans, strategies, mind games , Campaigns, Do's and Don't to impress the common man and target as many votes as possible. The common man is not stupid enough. He hears to all their speeches, view their colourful posters, smiles when politicians come to their doorstep to ask for vote, watches the political discussion on TV and then on the day of elections .......... does two things

1. Cast his vote

2. Sit at home and enjoys the holiday

when asked this question to most of the people whom i have met, who are all educated and working with MNCs and other companies " Are you going to Vote???" and the answer i get are plenty.

1."I dint have a voter's ID"

2."I have voter's ID but thts of my native and i cant go there to Vote."

3. "I have voter's ID but i dint know anything about the politicians who are contesting in my constituency, about their background, Qualifications, things they have done and promise to do in the future."

This blog is basically to cater to the needs of the people who come under category 3. This blog would help people to know more about the politicans, their qualifications, background, achievements and non achievements.

The blog would not suggest, advice or answer any questions like

" Whom to Vote??"

"which political party to vote???"

and this blog is not supported by any political parties. As for as the content goes, its all my personal views and data collected through different media and websites .