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Congress Candidate RR Tiwadi Returns Home After Falling Ill Amid Jaipur Election Row
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 02 Sep 2026, 10:35 AM
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Congress candidate RR Tiwadi, contesting the Jaipur Municipal Corporation elections, fell ill with a viral infection amid internal party dissent over ticket allocation and has returned to his native village for treatment.
The Jaipur Municipal Corporation election has intensified internal tensions within the state Congress unit, as several aspirants expressed dissatisfaction over the allocation of party tickets. Among the candidates, former Hawa Mahal councilor RR Tiwadi was slated to contest from a key ward.
During the height of the ticket controversy, Tiwadi reported symptoms of a viral infection that quickly worsened, prompting concerns about his ability to continue campaigning. Party officials confirmed that his health had deteriorated, but did not disclose specific medical details.
Following medical advice, Tiwadi left Jaipur and traveled to his ancestral village for rest and treatment. Sources said he will remain there until he recovers, and the party will decide on any further campaign arrangements based on his health status.
During the height of the ticket controversy, Tiwadi reported symptoms of a viral infection that quickly worsened, prompting concerns about his ability to continue campaigning. Party officials confirmed that his health had deteriorated, but did not disclose specific medical details.
Following medical advice, Tiwadi left Jaipur and traveled to his ancestral village for rest and treatment. Sources said he will remain there until he recovers, and the party will decide on any further campaign arrangements based on his health status.