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Haseen Jahan to Contest Against Mohammed Shami in UP Elections: 'Wherever Shami Fights, I Will Too'
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News18•27-09-2026, 16:55
Haseen Jahan to Contest Against Mohammed Shami in UP Elections: 'Wherever Shami Fights, I Will Too'
- •Mohammed Shami's ex-wife, Haseen Jahan, announced her intention to contest the UP elections.
- •She stated that she would contest against Shami or his brother, wherever they choose to run.
- •In an exclusive interview with News18 India, she also mentioned contesting as an independent candidate if denied a party ticket.
- •Haseen Jahan claimed to be in contact with various political parties for her electoral debut.
- •Shami's meeting with Jayant Chaudhary has intensified political speculation in Uttar Pradesh.
Key Questions Answered
Speculations about Mohammed Shami entering politics intensified after a meeting between the Indian fast bowler and Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) chief Jayant Chaudhary. Jayant Chaudhary shared a picture of this meeting on social media, sparking political discussions in Uttar Pradesh.
Haseen Jahan announced that she will contest the upcoming elections from wherever Mohammed Shami or his brother decides to run. She stated that if no political party gives her a ticket, she will run as an independent candidate.
No, there has been no official confirmation from either Mohammed Shami or the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) regarding him contesting the elections or joining the party
