Who are BJP's surprise picks for bypolls? Candidate change in Bihar's Bankipur, new face in MP's Datia

The BJP's recent strategic shifts in candidate selection for the upcoming bypolls in Bihar's Bankipur and Madhya Pradesh's Datia have stirred significant attention. The party's decision to replace its nominee in Bankipur and opt for a new, less established face in Datia over senior leader Narottam Mishra indicates a possible reassessment of local political dynamics and a move to inject fresh energy into their campaigns. These changes underscore the BJP's adaptive strategy to win over voters and maintain its stronghold in these critical constituencies.