Mr. Arya's nomination is significant as he is a Scheduled Caste leader from the Kumaon region, while all three Rajya Sabha seats in the State are currently represented by leaders from Garhwal, making his candidature a move towards regional and caste balance ahead of next year's Assembly elections.
Mr. Arya's nomination is significant as he is a Scheduled Caste leader from the Kumaon region, while all three Rajya Sabha seats in the State are currently represented by leaders from Garhwal, making his candidature a move towards regional and caste balance ahead of next year's Assembly elections.
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