Andaleeb Sultanpuri, son of the renowned poet-lyricist Majrooh Sultanpuri, has announced his decision to contest Maharashtra Assembly election 2024 from the Bandra West constituency. Pics/Satej Shinde
Updated On: 2024-11-07 04:50 PM IST
Compiled by : Asif Ali Sayed
In the race for Bandra West, Sultanpuri will face Ashish Shelar, the sitting MLA and city BJP chief
Some have raised concerns that Sultanpuri’s entry into the race could split the Muslim votes in Bandra
Sultanpuri’s candidacy comes as part of the Rashtriya Ulama Council’s efforts to promote Muslim representation in politics
As the election season heats up, his entry into the race in Bandra West is expected to draw attention and possibly influence voter sentiment in the constituency
Sultanpuri, a businessman, is entering the political arena for the first time
He has expressed his desire to serve the community and contribute to the development of the country, said a local resident
Sultanpuri’s background and family legacy could play an important role in his fight in assembly elections, people suggest