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Richest candidate in Lok Sabha 2024: NRI Dr Chandrasekhar Pemmasani wins from Guntur parliamentary constituency

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Richest candidate in Lok Sabha 2024: NRI Dr Chandrasekhar Pemmasani wins from Guntur parliamentary constituency

With declared family assets worth Rs 5,705 crore, NRI Dr Chandrasekhar Pemmasani, the richest candidate in the Lok Sabha elections 2024, is set to win from the Guntur parliamentary constituency. He has taken an unassailable lead of over 3 lakh votes and secured over 60% vote share in the constituency. 

According to the Election Commission of India website, Telugu Desam Party (TDP) candidate Pemmasani has secured 829271 votes (60.79%) and is leading by 332740 votes. YSRCP candidate KILARI VENKATA ROSAIAH got 505263 votes (36.49%). 

It is pertinent to note that while the richest candidate, Chandrasekhar Pemmasani made his political debut in this election, he came from a political background. In 2014, he had planned to contest from Narasaraopet due to various reasons he did not get the ticket.

Pemmasani (48) is a native of Guntur district. He is a medical doctor who completed his MBBS from the Dr NTR University of Health Sciences in 1999. In 2005, he went on to receive an MD in internal medicine from the Geisinger Medical Centre in Pennsylvania, USA.

When just 25 years of age and working at Johns Hopkins University, he founded UWorld, an online learning platform that assists students in preparing for examinations like the SAT, MCAT and the United States Medical Licensing Examination. In 2020, he won the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award and remains the CEO of UWorld. 

Incidentally, in Guntur, Pemmasani will be replacing another rich candidate of the TDP Galla Jayadev. Jayadev was the MD of Amara Raja Group who had declared assets worth Rs 680 crore in 2019. He had announced his retirement from politics ahead of the elections.

According to TDP leaders, in Narasaopet, Pemmasani is renowned for his philanthropic endeavours, including the establishment of a school and the coordination of various social events. As per TDP leaders, he began actively participating in political campaigns during the 2014 elections and remained engaged in the 2019 elections as well. Additionally, he is also active in the TDP’s non-resident Indian cell. 

According to his affidavit, Pemmasani has investments in over 100 companies and has reported income in both India and the US. His movable assets include two Mercedes cars, one Tesla, and a Rolls Royce. Additionally, he possesses land and property in Hyderabad, Tenali, and the US. Pemmasani also bears liabilities totalling Rs 1,038 crore and faces one pending FIR against him for IPC offences concerning illegal payments and bribery in connection with an election.

The Guntur Lok Sabha seat in Andhra Pradesh went for to polls on 13th May. 

Delhi court dismisses Tahir Hussain’s plea seeking statements of witness in 2020 northeast Delhi riots

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Delhi court dismisses Tahir Hussain’s plea seeking statements of witness in 2020 northeast Delhi riots

A Delhi Court recently dismissed a petition by Tahir Hussain seeking specific documents in a case related to an alleged larger conspiracy behind the 2020 northeast Delhi riots. Hussain and several others face charges under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).

Additional Sessions Judge Sameer Bajpai noted that Hussain’s request was aimed at obtaining statements from a witness, Rahul Kasana, recorded in separate rioting and money-laundering cases against him.

Judge Bajpai also considered the response from Special Public Prosecutor Amit Prasad, who argued that the petition sought to gather defence documents prematurely, even before charges had been framed.

The court observed that the case is still in its initial stages, with charges yet to be framed. Consequently, the court held that the requested statements could not be considered at this time.

The court noted that Hussain’s plea did not clarify how the statements would benefit his defence, stating that it was neither necessary nor desirable to call for the witness statements as requested.

Background of the case

The Karkardooma Court previously denied bail to Tahir Hussain in the larger conspiracy case related to the 2020 North-East Delhi riots. The court found reasonable grounds to believe the accusations against Hussain were prima facie true. The court also observed that Hussain had recently acquired a licensed revolver and a significant amount of cash, suspected to have been used in the rioting.

The court emphasized that bail should be denied if there are reasonable grounds to believe the accusations are prima facie true. The judge noted that the legal constraints under Section 43(D)(5) of the UAPA made Hussain’s case unsuitable for bail. Additionally, the court rejected Hussain’s bail request, contrasting it with the bail granted to co-accused Ishrat Jahan, stating that gender was not a relevant factor in Hussain’s case.

Meet Suresh Gopi, the new Thrissur MP who created history for BJP by delivering the first Lok Sabha seat for the party in Kerala

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Meet Suresh Gopi, the new Thrissur MP who created history for BJP by delivering the first Lok Sabha seat for the party in Kerala

The 2024 Lok Sabha election witnessed several historic events, from all the anti-BJP parties coming together with one sole aim to dethrone Prime Minister Narendra Modi to BJP winning its first-ever Lok Sabha seat in Kerala. On the 4th of June, actor-turned-politician Suresh Gopi created history for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) which has long struggled to gain a foothold in Kerala’s political arena. Suresh Gopi is set to win the Thrissur seat against CPI’s VS Sunilkumar.

Source: ECI website

Suresh Gopi’s entry into politics was as dramatic as his film roles. He joined the BJP in 2016 and was nominated as a Rajya Sabha MP the same year. His candidature was seen as a strategic move by the BJP to leverage his popularity and appeal to a broader demographic in Kerala, a state traditionally dominated by the Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the United Democratic Front (UDF).

Interestingly, Gopi’s journey was not without challenges. Kerala’s political scene is fiercely competitive, and the BJP’s ideology often faces resistance in the state. However, Gopi’s popularity and his image as a clean, hardworking person played a crucial role in overcoming these barriers. His victory is seen as a testament to his dedication towards his people and party as well as the changing political dynamics in Kerala.

Beyond star power, how Suresh Gopi became an approachable and dedicated leader

While Suresh Gopi’s popularity and widespread recognition helped draw large crowds to his campaign events, making his presence felt across the constituency, his previous stint as a Rajya Sabha MP also bolstered his political credibility. Gopi’s personal involvement in welfare activities, such as funding medical expenses for needy families and contributing to local causes, further strengthened his image as a compassionate and approachable leader​.

Suresh Gopi at a roadshow in Thrissur (Source: Kerala Kaumudi)

The BJP’s campaign under Gopi’s leadership was primarily centred on local issues, particularly the Karuvannur Cooperative Bank scandal, which contributed to widespread dissatisfaction with the CPI(M) among Thrissur residents. Gopi’s padayatra, dedicated to scam victims, emphasised his dedication to addressing local concerns and corruption, which resonated strongly with voters. His ability to pivot towards pressing needs and provide direct assistance, including visiting impacted families and offering financial support, was critical in earning voter support.​  

Beyond his political and cinematic achievements, Suresh Gopi is known for his philanthropic efforts. He has been actively involved in various social causes, including education and healthcare. The actor-turned-politician also runs a charitable trust which works towards the welfare of the underprivileged, further cementing his image as a public servant committed to social justice.

BJP’s national leadership strongly backed Suresh Gopi

It is essential for a party, especially in BJP’s case, to strongly back its candidate on a turf where the possibility of a positive outcome is seemingly less. Suresh Gopi received robust backing from the BJP’s national leadership, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The BJP’s central government’s achievements and national policies were central to Gopi’s campaign, reinforcing the party’s message of development and good governance. PM Modi’s visit to Thrissur underscored the party’s support, boosting Gopi’s campaign visibility and credibility​.

PM Modi at actor Suresh Gopi’s daughter’s wedding in January 2024

Suresh Gopi’s inclusive approach helped him win hearts across communities and make the “lotus” bloom

The 2024 election in Thrissur was characterized by a triangular contest between Gopi, CPI’s V S Sunil Kumar, and Congress’s K Muraleedharan. Gopi’s efforts to appeal to a broad spectrum of voters, including the Christian community through symbolic but significant gestures like offering a golden crown to a church, helped him navigate the diverse demographic landscape. Additionally, the anti-incumbency sentiment against the ruling Left Front in Kerala, coupled with internal strife within rival parties, played to Gopi’s advantage​.

Moreover, extensive grassroots campaigning, where Suresh Gopi visited every constituency in Thrissur, ensured direct voter engagement. His efforts to address both significant issues and minor local disputes showcased his dedication to his constituents, fostering a strong personal connection with the electorate. This hands-on approach, combined with the BJP’s strategic intervention in local disputes, helped shift traditional CPI(M) strongholds towards the BJP.

Suresh Gopi’s victory in Thrissur resulted from a well-planned campaign that included his personal appeal, effective addressing of local issues, strong party support, and deliberate voter involvement. This multifaceted approach helped the BJP win its first Lok Sabha seat in Kerala, marking a historic breakthrough for the party in the state.

“Who can be a better PM than Nitish Kumar?” JD-U MLC Khalid Anwar asks as Lok Sabha results pour in

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“Who can be a better PM than Nitish Kumar?” JD-U MLC Khalid Anwar asks as Lok Sabha results pour in

Janata Dal-United (JDU) MLC Dr Khalid Anwar hailed Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and said that he is a seasoned politician who understands the country and there is nobody who can be a better Prime Minister than Nitish Kumar.

“Who can be a better PM than Nitish Kumar?… Nitish Kumar is a seasoned politician who understands the society and the country. And he respects all the democratic institutions… We are a part of the NDA Alliance as of now, but earlier and today, people wanted Nitish Kumar to be the PM. The expectations of the people have increased after today’s result…” said Khalid Anwar.

“The way he has taken the state of Bihar ahead. The agriculture roadmap he made for the country when he was agriculture minister is followed till today. He is also remembered for the work he has done for the railway sector of the country,” he added.

Notably, the NDA alliance, which includes the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) and Janta Dal (United), are leading in Bihar, according to the latest trends issued by the Election Commission of India.

Janata Dal (United) is ahead on 14 seats in Bihar, while Bharatiya Janata Party is leading on 11 seats, as per the Election Commission of India.

With 40 Lok Sabha constituencies, the fourth highest among all States and Union Territories, Bihar holds a crucial position in shaping Indian politics.

Meanwhile, Lok Janshakti Party(Ram Vilas) is leading on 5 seats, Rashtriya Janata Dal on five seats, Congress on two seats, Communist Party of India on 1 seat and Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) on 1 seat.

Under the INDIA alliance agreement in Bihar, the RJD contested 26 seats, the Congress nine, and the Left parties contested five out of the state’s 40 Lok Sabha constituencies.

While, in the NDA, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) contested on 17 seats, Janata Dal-United (JDU) on 16 seats, Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) (Ram Vilas) on 5 seats, Hindustani Awam Morcha and Rashtriya Lok Morcha on one seat each in 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

(This news report is published from a syndicated feed. Except for the headline, the content has not been written or edited by OpIndia staff)

‘Queen’ defeats the ‘prince’: Actor Kangana Ranaut beats Congress’ Vikramaditya Singh in Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi

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‘Queen’ defeats the ‘prince’: Actor Kangana Ranaut beats Congress’ Vikramaditya Singh in Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi

Actor Kangana Ranaut has defeated Congress candidate Vikramaditya Singh, heir of the Rampur royal family and son of the late Virbhadra Singh, a six-time Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, in her political debut as a candidate from Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi constituency in the Lok Sabha elections 2024. 

As per the Election Commission of India’s website, Kangana polled 5,27,463 votes as of 4:30 PM as against Singh’s 4,53,760 votes.

Source: Election Commission of India

Of the four Lok Sabha constituencies in the state, Mandi registered the highest voter turnout at 82.3 percent, followed by Kangra at 80.9 percent, with Hamirpur and Shimla (SC) each at 79.9 percent.

Mandi in Himachal Pradesh is renowned for its abundance of ancient temples and stands out for electing former royals more often than any other area. It is also the largest constituency in the state by geographical area.

The Mandi Lok Sabha seat, once dominated by Congress, has shifted towards the BJP in the last two elections. In the 2014 Lok Sabha elections, BJP’s Ram Swaroop Sharma defeated Congress’s Pratibha Singh, a former two-time MP, by 39,000 votes.

In the 2019 elections, Ram Swaroop Sharma retained the seat with a substantial margin, securing 647,189 votes. After the death of MP Ram Sharma, his wife Pratibha chose not to run for office following Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut’s announcement of her candidacy from Mandi.

NOTA scripts history, becomes runner up in Indore Lok Sabha seat securing over 2 lakh votes, BJP registers clean sweep in Madhya Pradesh

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NOTA scripts history, becomes runner up in Indore Lok Sabha seat securing over 2 lakh votes, BJP registers clean sweep in Madhya Pradesh

None of the above (candidates) or NOTA has scripted history as it became the runner-up in the Indore Lok Sabha constituency. With over 78% vote share in the constituency, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Shankar Lalwani has won securing over 12 lakh votes (12,23746), registering the biggest victory for any candidate in the recently concluded Lok Sabha elections 2024.

According to official data on ECI’s website, Shankar Lalwani has received 78.54% of the votes polled while NOTA secured the second position with 14% vote share (2,18,355) votes. Bahujan Samaj Party’s candidate Sanjay received 49,277, the third-highest votes (3.29%). 

(ECI declares result for Indore, Lalwani registers biggest victory in Lok Sabha elections 2024, Source – ECI Website)

Notably, the Congress, as part of the I.N.D.I. Alliance, had fielded Akshya Kanti Bam from the Indore seat against BJP’s sitting MP Lalwani. Bam had initially filed his nomination papers in the office of the Indore District Collector. However, he later went to the DC’s office along with senior BJP leader and Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya on 29th April and withdrew his nomination. He then joined the BJP. 

Following the development, the Madhya Pradesh Congress announced that rather than supporting any other candidates in the fray, they would campaign for NOTA on this seat. Indore voted on 13th May and saw a turnout of around 61.75% of the 25.27 lakh electors exercising their franchise. 

For those unversed, NOTA allows voters to reject all the candidates contesting from that constituency. According to the news agency PTI, the Lok Sabha seat in Bihar’s Gopalganj recorded the maximum NOTA votes at 51,660, about 5 percent of the total votes polled in the constituency, other than NOTA backed by Congress in Indore. 

Meanwhile, the saffron party which is poised to form government for the third time with their pre-poll alliance, NDA, has swept the state securing all 29 seats of Madhya Pradesh. 

Another setback for AAP: Supreme Court refuses to grant bail to Manish Sisodia in Delhi liquor policy scam

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Another setback for AAP: Supreme Court refuses to grant bail to Manish Sisodia in Delhi liquor policy scam

On Tuesday (4th June), a vacation Bench of the Supreme Court refused to grant bail to AAP leader Manish Sisodia in connection to the Delhi liquor policy scam case.

A Bench of Justices Sandeep Mehta and Aravind Kumar noted the Enforcement Directorate (ED)’s submission that the chargesheet in the case will be filed by 3rd July 2024.

The apex court refused to go into the merits of the case and informed that the AAP leader could file bail petition afresh. It however did not clarify whether the bail petition can be filed before the trial court or the Supreme Court.

The Supreme Court ordered, “We will not say anything. We will dispose with liberty to revive your prayers. We are not saying anything on merits and all contentions are left open. In both the CBI and ED cases the order is (common) …. Ordered accordingly and disposed of. Statement of SG that final chargesheet will filed by July 3 recorded.”

While objecting to the court order, advocate Abhsihek Manu Singhvi representing Manish Sisodia said, “Liberty to move Supreme Court? I am inside for 15 months. Let me be very blunt trial courts do not deal with politically sensitive matters (on time).”

Sisodia was arrested by the ED in February last year in connection to the Delhi liquor policy case.

DMK-Congress sweeping in Tamil Nadu, BJP fails to lead even a single seat out of 39 despite strong campaign

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DMK-Congress sweeping in Tamil Nadu, BJP fails to lead even a single seat out of 39 despite strong campaign

As the counting of votes is underway in the southern state of Tamil Nadu, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)-Congress combine was seen sweeping the Lok Sabha Elections in the state while the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) failed to open its account in the state.

All 39 seats in Tamil Nadu voted in a single phase on April 19 in Lok Sabha polls. The voter turnout of 72.09 per cent was recorded in the state.

The DMK is leading on 21 seats, Congress is leading on nine seats, Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi on two seats, the Communist Party of India on two seats, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) on two seats and Pattali Makkal Katchi, Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, Indian Union Muslim League is leading on 1 each.

In Coimbatore, BJP state president K Annamalai is trailing against DMK’s Ganapathy Rajkumar by 22881 votes.

In South Chennai, BJP’s Tamilisai Soundararajan is trailing against DMK’s Tamizachi Thangapandian by 36346.

Meanwhile, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam’s Kanimozhi Karunanidhi is leading with 175991 votes against All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam’s Sivasamy Velumani R.

DMK’s Dayanidhi Maran is leading with 63631 votes against Bharatiya Janata Party’s Vinoj.

From Sivaganga Congress’ Karti P Chidambaram is leading with 63368 votes against All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader Xavierdass A.

Moreover, Congress’ Manickam Tagore is leading from Virudhunagar by 2129 votes against Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam leader Vijayaprabhakaran V.

In 2019, the DMK-led alliance swept the Lok Sabha polls in Tamil Nadu, winning 38 of 39 seats.

Meanwhile, the Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA crossed the majority mark in early leads and the INDIA bloc above 200, defying all exit poll predictions.

Around 642 million people voted in Lok Sabha elections held over seven phases in a mammoth six-week period. The counting of votes began starting with postal ballot papers amid tight security.

The Bharatiya Janata Party is eyeing a third straight term in power, while the Opposition under the umbrella of the INDIA bloc is seeking to wrest power from the ruling party.

Most exit polls predicted a straight term for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with quite a few of them projecting a two-thirds majority for the ruling BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA).

The Congress party and its allies dismissed the exit polls as “orchestrated” and a work of “fantasy”, asserting that the opposition INDIA bloc will form the next government at the Centre.

Even before the counting of the votes, the Bharatiya Janata Party won one seat of Surat Lok Sabha.

The Lok Sabha elections were held across the country in seven phases from April 19 to June 1.

In the 2019 elections, NDA wrested 353 seats, of which the BJP won 303 alone. The Opposition’s UPA got only 93 seats of which the Congress got 52.

(This news report is published from a syndicated feed. Except for the headline, the content has not been written or edited by OpIndia staff)

Assembly Elections: Odisha set to get its first BJP CM in the state’s history, party crosses majority mark

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Assembly Elections: Odisha set to get its first BJP CM in the state’s history, party crosses majority mark

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is poised to oust BJD Chief and incumbent Chief Minister of Odisha, Naveen Patnaik, as per the trends in the Odisha assembly results. According to the Election Commission of India’s website, the BJP is becoming the single largest party in the state. It is leading on 76 seats including in Bargarh, Kalahandi, Balangir, Puri, Sambalpur, and Keonjhar constituencies. Notably, 74 is the coveted halfway mark in the state assembly which has a total strength of 147 seats. Naveen Patnaik-led BJD is ahead on 53 seats while Congress is leading on 13 seats. 

If the numbers hold, Odisha may get its first BJP Chief Minister in the state’s history. The BJP had fought the elections on the issue of Odisha Asmita asserting that while the BJD is being run from backdoors by a Tamil-born IAS turned politician, it will make an Odia-born person the Chief Minister of the state. 

While BJP is very likely to form the government in Odisha, it is not clear who will be the Chief Minister. The party didn’t project a CM candidate before the elections.

Additionally, if the trends don’t reverse it will transform state politics, ushering in a post-Naveen era, which has been the buzz among political circles. Naveen Patnaik has been the Chief Minister of Odisha since March 2000. Had he won this time, he would have become the country’s longest-serving Chief Minister in August, surpassing Sikkim’s ex-CM Pawan Chamling. 

Although facing anti-incumbency in his own constituency regions due to ‘Dadan Khati‘ and concerns about his alleged deteriorating health, he is leading in both the constituencies he contested, Kantabanji and Hinjli, but by narrow margins, less then 5000 votes.

During the campaigning, the BJP had launched scathing attacks on the BJD government over the issue of Odia Asmita (pride). It asserted that an Odisha-born person should be the Chief Minister of the state rather than a Tamil-born retired IAS officer running the government without accountability. According to the BJP, BJD was running a proxy government in the name of Naveen Patnaik and Tamil-born bureaucrat turned BJD leader VK Pandian was functioning as the ‘de-facto’ CM who was controlling and dictating terms to 77-year-old Patnaik whose health is allegedly deteriorating.

From an election rally on 29th May, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed concerns about the deteriorating health of BJD Chief, Naveen Patnaik. The development came a day after a video of CM Patnaik went viral in which his alleged proxy, VK Pandian, was seen grabbing his shaking hands to hide them from the public. PM Modi stressed that people who are close to CM Patnaik have expressed concerns about how his health has deteriorated drastically in the last year. He added that it has led many of them to suspect that there could be a conspiracy behind it.

PM Modi announced that after forming the government in the state, the saffron party will form a special committee to probe whether the lobby that is running state in Patnaik’s name is responsible for his poor health.

Furthermore, Lok Sabha and state assembly elections were held simultaneously in Odisha, the state had given a split verdict in the previous election. Contrastingly, the state has voted decisively in favour of the BJP in the Lok Sabha elections. As per ECI trends, the BJP is leading on 19 seats out of 21 Lok Sabha seats.

Rise of Khalistan movement in Punjab: Pro-Khalistan separatists Amritpal Singh and son of former PM Indira Gandhi’s assassin Sarabjeet Singh Khalsa leading over rivals

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Rise of Khalistan movement in Punjab: Pro-Khalistan separatists Amritpal Singh and son of former PM Indira Gandhi’s assassin Sarabjeet Singh Khalsa leading over rivals

With the counting of votes for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections underway, one important tidbit that has emerged from the recent trend is the rise of the Khalistani movement in Punjab in the form of Khalistani separatists taking the lead in their respective constituencies. Jailed Amritpal Singh from Punjab’s Khadoor Sahib seat while Sarabjeet Singh Khalsa from Faridkot is leading the polls.

Jailed Khalistani separatist and Waris Punjab De Chief Amritpal Singh is leading with over 118237 votes from Punjab’s Khadoor Sahib seat in the Lok Sabha elections 2024, according to the latest trends shown by the Election Commission of India. Meanwhile, Congress candidate Kulbir Singh Zira is in the second spot with 153908 votes.

The Khalistani separatist was arrested by Punjab police in April last year, weeks after evading police for over a month and the stringent National Security Act was invoked against him. 

In February last year, Amritpal Singh made the headlines when crowds attacked a police station after the arrest of one of his followers. Amritpal Singh was arrested following a huge crackdown, prosecuted under the NSA, and shifted to Dibrugarh jail.

In the 2019 general election, Congress candidate Jasbir Singh Gill won the Khadoor Sahib seat.  Amritpal Singh’s father, Tarsem Singh, had earlier said that he was reluctant to contest the elections, however, he changed his mind after the Sangat (community) insisted. 

Notably, Khadoor Sahib is deemed to be a ‘Panthic’ seat. The Akali Dal, the other Panthic party in the race, has stated that the Khalistani separatist is contesting the polls to “free himself”.

In Faridkot, Sarabjeet Singh Khalsa, the 45-year-old son of Beant Singh, one of the two assassins of former PM Indira Gandhi, is leading with 56796 votes, ahead of Aam Aadmi Party’s Karamjit Singh Anmol who has polled 1,64,118 votes so far. Sarabjit had previously contested on the ticket of the Shiromani Akali Dal (Amritsar) or SAD(A) in the 2004 general and 2007 state polls, and the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) in the 2014 parliamentary elections but had lost those elections.

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