The BJP has announced organisational secretary Ashutosh Tiwari as its candidate for the Datia Assembly by-election, replacing former leader Narottam Mishra, a decision that triggers protests in the constituency. Multiple reports say Mishra was widely expected to receive the ticket after he had begun electioneering and purchased a nomination form when the by-election was announced. Following the announcement, Mishra’s supporters stage demonstrations in Datia; some reports describe BJP workers also gathering outside the district party office and shutting down the area’s shops. Protests extend to blocking the Gwalior–Jhansi highway/NH-44, creating a traffic gridlock that lasts for much of the day and disrupts local movement, including buses and ambulances. Officials cited clashes with police in which eight police personnel are injured. BJP leaders defend the ticket decision, with Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya saying the party’s internal selection process is democratic and disciplined workers will unite, and stating that while about 2,000 people may aspire for tickets, not all can be fielded. Mishra supporters accuse the BJP leadership of overlooking him, while the BJP presents Tiwari as a party and RSS-backed choice.