Summary:
BHUBANESWAR: The Congress on Wednesday began the exercise of shortlisting candidates for the upcoming assembly and Lok Sabha elections in the state. On day one, Satheesan discussed with several aspirants of Bhubaneswar and Cuttack Lok Sabha seats. Another reason for delay in finalisation of candidates is reportedly attributed to the Congress plan of joining hands with the Left parties and subsequent seat-sharing adjustment. Winnability will be the key standard for selection of candidates. Talks are doing the rounds that the party is struggling to get suitable replacements in Jharsuguda, Sundargarh and Koraput..