Mathura, April 24 -- As the election date looms closer, Hema Malini, the iconic actress-turned politician and incumbent Member of Parliament from Mathura, ramps up her campaign amidst growing criticism and challenges. Seeking a third consecutive term under the Bharatiya Janata Party banner, Malini finds herself under fire, labeled as a 'Missing MP' and an outsider in her own constituency.
The opposition, led by Congress-Samajwadi Party alliance candidate Mukesh Dhangar, has championed the narrative of 'Brajwasi versus Pravasi', painting Malini as disconnected from local issues. Despite her two-term tenure since 2014, doubts linger about her presence during crucial moments, such as the 2016 Mathura riots, with reports suggesting she was awa...