Now, he and Odisha BJP are awaiting the results to see if they could give another jolt to the incumbent BJD after they surprised it with their performance in local polls last year. Treading cautiouslyWith Election Commission announcing the schedule for biennial polls to 58 Rajya Sabha seats, the contenders have begun lobbying. Uttar Pradesh, where 10 Rajya Sabha seats are up for grabs, is going to be a test case for the opposition. There has been speculation that the three parties will be coordinating to send a signal of grand unity by sending Mayawati to Rajya Sabha. For all the latest Delhi Confidential News, download Indian Express App

Source: Indian Express February 25, 2018 23:22 UTC