Akbarpur’s Political Odyssey: Legacy And Leadership
Akbarpur Lok Sabha constituency, situated in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, is a significant political entity in India’s electoral landscape. Established in 2008, this constituency is one of the 80 Lok Sabha constituencies in the state. It owes its existence to the recommendations of the Delimitation Commission of India, which was formed in 2002 to redefine parliamentary constituencies across the nation.
Assembly/Vidhan Sabha Segments Falling Under Akbarpur Parliamentary
| Name | Member | Party |
| Akbarpur-Raniya | Pratibha Shukla | BJP |
| Bithoor | Abhijeet Singh Sanga | BJP |
| Kalyanpur | Neelima Katiyar | BJP |
| Maharajpur | Satish Mahana | BJP |
| Ghatampur (SC) | Saroj Kureel | AD(S) |
Akbarpur Lok Sabha constituency: Akbarpur Lok Sabha constituency encompasses several Vidhan Sabha (legislative assembly) segments, each contributing to its political diversity. Among these segments are Akbarpur-Raniya, Bithoor, Maharajpur, Kalyanpur, and Ghatampur. Let’s delve into a few of these constituencies:
Akbarpur-Raniya Assembly Constituency: Located within the Kanpur Dehat district, Akbarpur-Raniya includes several key areas, such as Akbarpur, Raniya, Rura, Shiwali, Shiwali TA, Akbarpur TA, and Rura TA of Akbarpur Tehsil.
Bithoor Assembly Constituency: This constituency covers areas like Bhitargaon of Ghatampur Tehsil, as well as Pali, Bidhnu, Sachendi, Bithoor, and Bithoor Nagar Palika of Kanpur Sadar Tehsil.
Maharajpur Assembly Constituency: Situated within Kanpur Sadar Tehsil, Maharajpur includes areas like Maharajpur, Narwal, and parts of Kanpur Municipal Corporation.
Kalyanpur Assembly Constituency: Kalyanpur is an integral part of the Akbarpur Lok Sabha constituency, located in Kanpur district.
Ghatampur Assembly Constituency: Ghatampur includes areas like Rewna, Patara, Ghatampur, Baripal, Bhitargaon Block, Narwal Tehsil, and Ghatampur Municipal Corporation of Ghatampur Tehsil.
Government
Member of Parliament (MP)
| Candidate | Party | Total Votes |
| Devendra Singh ‘Bhole’ | Bharatiya Janata Party | 581282 |
| Nisha Sachan | Bahujan Samaj Party | 306140 |
| Rajaram Pal | Indian National Congress | 108341 |
Devendra Singh, representing the BJP, won the Akbarpur Lok Sabha constituency by a convincing margin of 2,75,142 votes, defeating Nisha of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP). Devendra Singh garnered a total of 5,81,282 votes, solidifying his position as the incumbent MP for Akbarpur.
Akbarpur Lok Sabha constituency is nestled within the heart of Uttar Pradesh and comprises several assembly constituencies. The 2019 Lok Sabha elections witnessed a 57.87% voter turnout in this vibrant political arena.
What Makes Akbarpur Special?
Akbarpur holds historical significance rooted in the Ramayana. According to this ancient epic, King Dashratha shot Dhanush Shravan Kumar in the vicinity of Akbarpur, at a location known as Shravan Kshetra. The ashram of the sage Shringi Rishi was also situated in this region. As per the Ramayana, Rama’s son Kusha ruled over Shravasti, making Akbarpur an extension of the grand city of Ayodhya.
During the Mughal Emperor Akbar’s reign, Risaldar Kunwar Singh, possibly the town’s founder, changed its name from Gudaikhera to ‘Akbarpur.’ The tehsil’s name is also known as Shahpur-Akbarpur, reflecting its historical legacy.
Candidates Contesting the Election 2024
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Akbarpur Election Result 2024
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