- By Nidhi Giri
- Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:36 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
State Bureau, Ranchi: A major development is emerging during the scrutiny of nomination papers. Sitting YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) MP from Andhra Pradesh, Parimal Nathwani's nomination papers have been put on hold. Nathwani has entered the Rajya Sabha race in Jharkhand as an NDA-backed Independent candidate. Following a technical dispute regarding his name in the documents, the Returning Officer has strongly objected.
According to reports, a discrepancy has been discovered in the documents submitted by Parimal Nathwani. Some government and election documents list his name as Parimal Nathwani, while others reverse it to Nathwani Parimal.
The returning officer objected to this name change and discrepancy during scrutiny and placed his nomination on hold. A decision will be made only after a clarification on this technical flaw or the submission of correct documents.
Nominations Of Baidyanath Ram, Pranav Jha Were Approved
While Parimal Nathwani's nomination remains in doubt, other prominent candidates have received relief. During the scrutiny process, the nomination papers of JMM's Baidyanath Ram were found to be completely valid and correct.
The scrutiny of Congress's Pranav Jha's nomination papers was also successful, and his form was found to be valid. With the returning officer's green light, the electoral journey of both candidates has now reached the next stage.
Tuesday was the last date for nominations. Talks about the nomination of Parimal Nathwani being on hold has created a stir in political circles. The Nathwani camp is now consulting with legal and electoral experts to resolve this technical objection and clarify the discrepancy.