Hardeep Puri set to win RS bypoll in MP after 2 candidates' nominations rejected

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Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri’s nomination as the ruling BJP candidate for the Madhya Pradesh Rajya Sabha by‑election was cleared by the Returning Officer, with all objections raised by the Congress rejected during scrutiny. Nominations of two other candidates were also rejected, leaving Puri unopposed for the November 12 poll. An official said the result will be announced on November 5, the last day for withdrawal of nominations.

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