Age Analysis Of BJP, Congress Candidate List For 2024 Lok Sabha Election | #ElectionsWithHT

The BJP and the Congress seem to be quite generous when it comes to the age factor of its candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. 30% of BJP’s 424 candidates for the upcoming polls are above 60 years of age. This despite reports that the BJP had set a retirement age for their senior leaders when it comes to electoral politics. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to be 73 this year, but his supporters keep focussing on his youthful agility. However, it’s not just the BJP, 30% of the Congress’ candidates list for 2024 polls are above 60 years of age. So, why are older candidates thriving for both parties in electoral politics? Will these senior leaders be able to make a mark in elections? Watch the latest episode of #ElectionWithHT with Sunetra Choudhury for all the details.