Mahendra Singh Thakur's Legacy Sparks Family Feud in Himachal Politics

• A political battle has erupted between former minister Mahendra Singh Thakur's son, Rajat Thakur, and daughter, Vandana Guleria, over his legacy in Dharampur.
• Vandana Guleria, a district councilor, publicly stated that Dharampur needs a minister, not just an MLA, hinting at her own aspirations and challenging her brother.
• Her statement, made at her father's birthday event, is seen as a direct challenge to Rajat Thakur, who lost the previous assembly election.
• Vandana Guleria also sought a ticket in the 2022 elections but was denied, leading to a family dispute at that time.
• Mahendra Singh Thakur had an undisputed political reign in Dharampur from 1990 to 2022, serving as a minister three times.

Why It Matters: A family feud over political legacy intensifies in Himachal's Dharampur constituency, challenging established power.