Rajya Sabha Election: Anurag Sharma to be Congress’s candidate from Himachal

March 5, 2026

The Congress party has announced Kangra District Congress President Anurag Sharma as its candidate for the Rajya Sabha seat from Himachal Pradesh. The Congress high command has released a list of six candidates from across the country, including Sharma from Himachal.

Anurag Sharma will file his nomination papers in the Assembly today in the presence of Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu. Prior to this important occasion, Chief Minister Sukhu will hold a meeting of the Congress Legislature Party in the Assembly complex. This meeting is expected to discuss the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections and the political situation in the state.

Anurag Sharma’s Political Journey
Anurag Sharma, the current Kangra District Congress President, is an active member of the party and has held various positions in the organization. His selection has boosted the enthusiasm of party workers in the Kangra region.

Significance of the Rajya Sabha Elections
The Rajya Sabha is the upper house of the Indian Parliament, representing the states. The selection of the Congress candidate for this seat from Himachal Pradesh is significant for the political dynamics of the state. The party high command’s decision reflects the organizational strength and leadership of the Congress party in the state.