Independent MP, actor-turned-politician Sumalatha joins BJP

The wife of popular film star MH Ambareesh, Sumalatha had earlier staked a claim for a BJP ticket for re-election from the Mandya seat.

BySouth First Desk

Published Apr 05, 2024 | 5:30 PMUpdatedApr 05, 2024 | 5:30 PM

Sumalatha BJP

Actor-turned-politician and independent MP from Mandya in Karnataka Sumalatha Ambareesh joined the BJP on Friday, 5 April. Veteran BJP leader BS Yediyurappa led a phalanx of BJP leaders to welcome the 60-year-old in Bengaluru. The wife of popular film star MH Ambareesh on Wednesday announced her decision to opt out of the elections and join the BJP.

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