Shakur Basti

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Shakur Basti

A high-profile constituency, Shakur Basti is witnessing a contest between AAP’s Satyendar Jain and BJP’s Karnail Singh. Jain, a prominent AAP leader and minister, is emphasising his achievements in health and infrastructure. Meanwhile, Singh, associated with BJP’s temple cell, is trying to mobilise voters through religious and cultural appeals. 

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Updated On: 25 Oct 2026 | 10:26 AM IST

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Updated On: 25 Oct 2026 | 10:16 AM IST

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Updated On: 25 Oct 2026 | 8:19 AM IST

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Updated On: 25 Oct 2026 | 8:09 AM IST

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Updated On: 25 Oct 2026 | 8:06 AM IST

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Updated On: 25 Oct 2026 | 8:01 AM IST

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