Widow of Late Himachal Leader Virbhadra Singh Bars New Party From Using His Name

The widow of the late Virbhadra Singh, who served six terms as Himachal Pradesh's chief minister, has publicly opposed a newly launched political outfit that intends to incorporate his name in its title. She said the move attempts to capitalize on the former leader's reputation without his consent. Singh, who passed away in 2021, remains a towering figure in the state's Congress politics, and his family has been protective of his legacy. The party, which has not disclosed a detailed manifesto, argues that using Singh's name will attract voters who still revere him. No official response from the party has been recorded as of now, leaving the dispute unresolved.