Majrooh Sultanpuri's son also in Mumbai poll fray, vows to push for self-reliance

MUMBAI: Andaleeb Sultanpuri, son of the noted poet-lyricist Majrooh Sultanpuri, is contesting from Bandra West on Rashtriya Ulama Council's ticket.

The UP-based council has so far picked two candidates, with Chand Mohammed Sheikh from Colaba being the other nominee.

"I have joined a political party which is committed to empowering Muslims. I know my limitations as I am new to politics, but I am not entirely unknown as I have a legacy from my famous father. I want to do something for the community and the country," said Andaleeb, a former film director who also dabbled in the garments business before plunging into politics.

Asked whether he would be blamed for splitting Muslim votes and indirectly helping the Mahayuti candidate (sitting MLA and city BJP chief Ashish Shelar is once again contesting from this seat), Sultanpuri said: "MVA should have thought about it. Are we only to support others? I want Muslim youths to become self-reliant."


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