Puri Lok Sabha constituency, nestled within the vibrant state of Odisha, holds significance as one of the 21 parliamentary constituencies. Encompassing parts of Khurda, Nayagarh, and Puri districts, it represents a diverse demographic.
The forthcoming elections, scheduled for May 25 as part of Phase 6, hold immense significance for the constituents of Puri. The results are slated to be announced on June 04, setting the stage for a pivotal moment in the region's political landscape.
This constituency, falling under the unreserved category, is home to seven assembly seats: Puri, Bramhagiri, Satyabadi, Pipili, Chilika, Ranpur, and Nayagarh. With a literacy rate standing at 74.99%, it mirrors the evolving socio-political fabric of modern Odisha.
In the 2019 General Election, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) candidate Pinaki Misra clinched victory with a margin of 11,714 votes, securing 5,38,321 votes. Misra triumphed over Dr. Sambit Patra of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), who garnered 5,26,607 votes. The voter turnout stood at 72.53%, underscoring the electorate's active participation in the democratic process.