Gauri Lankesh Case Accused Wins Jalna Civic Poll

Shrikant Pangarkar, an accused in journalist Gauri Lankesh’s 2017 murder, won Jalna Municipal Corporation Ward 13 as an Independent by 2,621 votes. The victory came amid an ongoing trial, with Pangarkar citing no conviction. His win sparked debate on accused candidates in politics. He is out on bail and has past Shiv Sena links previously.