Rajnandgaon: In the run-up to the Chhattisgarh state elections, Anjora village, a seemingly ordinary settlement in the heart of the state, has once again captured the political limelight. This unassuming village, nestled between the Durg and Rajnandgaon districts, becomes the centre of attention every five years when it elects two Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs). As Chhattisgarh gears up for the upcoming polls, Anjora is poised to play a pivotal role in the electoral landscape.
Anjora village is unique in its political significance, divided solely by roads and the boundaries of two distinct assembly constituencies. On one side of the road, you'll find families falling under the Rajnandgaon constituency, while on the other side, residents belong to the Durg rural constituency.
Located approximately 10 kilometers away from Durg city, this village straddles Mumbai-Howrah National Highway 53, acting as a crucial link between the two constituencies. Administratively, it is governed by two separate panchayats, Anjora Gram Panchayat in Rajnandgaon and Anjora Kha (B) Gram Panchayat in Durg.
In the lead-up to the election, both constituencies have witnessed fervent campaigning within Anjora village. This unique scenario sometimes perplexes the villagers, as candidates from both constituencies descend upon the village, covering it in a tapestry of election posters and banners.
Anju Sahu, the village head of Anjora Panchayat on the Rajnandgaon side, hailing from the Congress party, shared insights into this distinctive arrangement. She highlighted that the village, despite being geographically divided, enjoys a peaceful coexistence, with residents celebrating festivals and other occasions together.
