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The political focus now shifts to this region, Purvanchal, where polling will be held in the last three phases – May 6, May 12 and May 19 – of the seven-phased Indian general elections.
While defending the fielding of Thakur, who is on bail in the blast case, Modi asked why no such questions are being asked when Congress President Rahul Gandhi and his mother Sonia Gandhi are contesting from Amethi and Rae Bareli constituencies, respectively, despite being on "bail".
The otherwise sleepy district, known for its scenic locales enriched by forest cover and vast tribal population, has become a national hot spot since Rahul Gandhi's candidature.
Though Rahul Gandhi has suggested that the party was all for her candidature, Sonia Gandhi is not so keen on the idea.
There are 21 Lok Sabha constituencies that the BJP has won consecutively in the last five elections.
Rahul Gandhi, who is also contesting from Wayanad in Kerala, had filed his nomination papers there on April 4.
Congress has gained by forming governments in three Hindi heartland states -- Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh -- that together account for 65 Lok Sabha seats.
Priyanka Gandhi has slammed the BJP for equating the Gandhi family with royalty.
Priyanka had said she would contest the election if the party wants her to do so.
Rahul's Wayanad chances may not be discussed at official meetings since it is his personal choice, Congress sources indicate.