Parimal Nathwani secures fourth Rajya Sabha term from Jharkhand

Parimal Nathwani, the NDA-backed independent candidate, claimed victory in the race for one of Jharkhand’s two Rajya Sabha seats on Thursday. By defeating Congress challenger Pranav Jha, Nathwani secured his fourth tenure in the Upper House, reaffirming his long-standing political connection to the state he describes as his karmabhoomi.

Editorial·June 18, 2026·reads: 1,801

Parimal Nathwani secures fourth Rajya Sabha term from Jharkhand

Nathwani expressed his gratitude following the results, noting that this victory marks his third term representing Jharkhand, the region where his parliamentary career began in 2008. He credited the BJP-led NDA leadership, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, for their strategic support during the election process.

Beyond the political endorsement, he thanked the members of the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly for their votes. In a public statement, he pledged to prioritize the regional interests and aspirations of the state's population as he prepares to return to the capital for his new term.