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Congress leader Vinesh Phogat wins Haryana’s Julana seat, ending a 19-year losing streak for the party and becoming the town’s first-ever woman MLA.
Vinesh Phogat wins in Julana, Breaking Congress’s 19-Year Losing Streak
Vinesh Phogat, a renowned wrestler and Congress leader, has made history by winning the Julana assembly constituency in Haryana’s Jind district. In her political debut, Phogat secured over 6,000 votes, defeating BJP leader Yogesh Kumar and ending the Congress’s 19-year losing streak in the region. This marks the first time Julana has ever elected a woman MLA, a notable achievement in its electoral history.
Historic Voter Turnout in Julana
Julana saw a voter turnout of 74.66%, significantly higher than Haryana’s overall turnout of 67.9%. The last time Congress won this seat was in 2005, making Phogat’s victory a symbolic and strategic win for the party.
Bajrang Punia’s Message of Support
Ace wrestler and Congress leader Bajrang Punia congratulated Phogat on her victory, describing the win as a battle against oppressive forces. Punia, who recently joined the Congress alongside Phogat, posted his heartfelt message on X.