Rameshwar Oraon, the state Congress president, is contesting from Lohardaga, a seat reserved for Scheduled Tribes (ST). As a seasoned politician with deep roots in tribal communities, Oraon aims to rally support by emphasising social justice and developmental policies for marginalised groups. His leadership within the Congress party will be pivotal as they seek to regain influence in Jharkhand amid stiff competition from both JMM and BJP candidates.