Tuesday, April 4th, 2017
MCD polls: BJP names final list of 100 candidates, gives priority to women
The BJP named 100 more candidates for the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) elections on Monday, its second and final list,, only a few hours before nominations closed. The party said it had given preference to women, despite pressure from several quarters over tickets. Who is on the list A senior party leader said the list reflected the BJP’s commitment to empowering women. Among the better-known names is Poonam Parasar Jha, president of the Delhi BJP Mahila Morcha and wife of former MLA Anil Jha, who will contest from MubarakpurRead More