Kangana Ranaut, the Bollywood actress known for her bold performances in films like “Queen” and “Tanu Weds Manu,” has made a significant impact in her electoral debut from the Mandi Lok Sabha seat in Himachal Pradesh. As the results of the 2024 general elections unfold, Ranaut is leading in the constituency, going up against Congress candidate Vikramaditya Singh, the son of former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh.The Mandi seat has historically been a Congress stronghold, but the BJP has made significant gains in recent years. In the 2019 elections, Ram Swaroop Sharma, the BJP candidate, won the seat with a significant margin of 68.75% of the votes. This time around, Ranaut, a vocal supporter of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP, has been a strong contender, leveraging her star power and the party’s organisational might to mount a formidable challenge.Ranaut’s entry into politics has been marked by controversy, with her comments on India’s independence and her desire for the country to become a “Hindu Rashtra” sparking a social media row. However, her campaign has also drawn large crowds, and she has received support from top BJP leaders, including Prime Minister Modi.The Mandi constituency is significant for Ranaut not only because of its historical importance but also due to her personal connections. Her great-grandfather, Sarju Singh Ranaut, was an MLA, and her mother, Asha Ranaut, retired as a schoolteacher from Mandi. Her father, Amardeep Ranaut, is a businessman.The elections in Mandi have been marked by a high-stakes battle between the BJP and the Congress. The BJP has been seeking to maintain its hold on the seat, while the Congress has been determined to break the BJP’s hold by emphasizing the accomplishments of the Sukhu administration and criticizing the BJP’s past promises that they claim were not fulfilled.The results of the elections are being closely watched, not only for their implications for the BJP and the Congress but also for the impact they may have on the national political landscape. As the counting of votes continues, it remains to be seen whether Ranaut’s star power and the BJP’s organisational might will be enough to secure her a victory in the Mandi Lok Sabha seat.
Kangana Ranaut Leading in Mandi Lok Sabha Election 2024, Defeats Vikramaditya Singh
