Santosh Singh Saluja - MLA Profile
Constituency Overview
Santosh Singh Saluja represents the Kantabanji constituency, a GEN reserved seat in the Balangir district. As a member of the Indian National Congress, the MLA plays a crucial role in representing the local community's interests and contributing to the state's legislative process.
The Kantabanji constituency is located in Balangir district, with significant rural and agricultural areas. The region is known for its unique demographic composition, economic challenges, and potential for development, particularly in sectors like agriculture, education, and local infrastructure.
Electoral Significance
In the 2019 elections, Santosh Singh Saluja secured a decisive victory with a margin of 128 votes, representing 0.1% of the total votes. The high voter turnout of 67.5% demonstrates the active political engagement of the constituency's 279830 registered voters.
Electoral Information
Constituency: Kantabanji (70)
Constituency Type: GEN
District: Balangir
Political Party: Indian National Congress
Election Results
Election Year: 2019
Total Electors: 279830
Total Votes: 188781
Poll Percentage: 67.5%
Margin of Victory: 128 votes (0.1%)
Constituency Details
Parliament Constituency: Bolangir
Assembly Constituency: Kantabanji
District: Balangir
Subdistrict: Bangomunda
Village: Ailabhata