Sunny Deol not interested in ticket from Gurdaspur, BJP looks for his replacement

With Sunny Deol certain not to contest the 2024 general elections, the BJP is trying hard to identify his replacement. The actor has not been seen in his constituency for more than two years. People who voted for him are disappointed over his prolonged absence.

His aides say he wants to "leave the field in blaze of glory".

Reason enough why his staff is working overtime to get some key projects cleared. The construction of the 800-m long concrete bridge linking mainland Gurdaspur to a cluster of a dozen villages located across the Ravi is one such project. The project costs Rs 100 crore.

Jakhar was elected MP in the 2017 bypoll. Former Qadian MLA Fateh Jung Bajwa, too, is in the fray.

Leaders say he has developed an excellent rapport with leaders who matter in New Delhi.

Pathankot sitting MLA Ashwani Sharma and former Mayor Anil Vasudeva are also in contention.