Ujjwal Nikam

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Meet Ujjwal Nikam: The Prosecutor Turned Politician Making Headlines

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Former prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam creates a buzz by entering politics as a BJP candidate in Mumbai North Central.

In a surprising turn of events, Ujjwal Nikam, the renowned prosecutor known for handling high-profile cases, has stepped into the political arena. He has been named as the BJP candidate from the Mumbai North Central constituency, replacing Poonam Mahajan. Nikam, famous for his role as the public prosecutor in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, brings his expertise from the courtroom to the political stage. His entry has stirred excitement and raised eyebrows, marking a unique transition from the legal to the political domain.

As Nikam gears up for the Lok Sabha elections, his background as a prosecutor handling sensitive cases like the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts and the Ajmal Kasab trial adds a layer of intrigue to his candidacy. Known for his strong convictions and legal prowess, Nikam's foray into politics promises a blend of experience and determination. His nomination has sparked discussions and debates about the intersection of law, justice, and governance, making him a candidate to watch in the upcoming polls.

Furthermore, the BJP's strategic move to field Ujjwal Nikam underscores the party's focus on candidates with a track record of handling complex and challenging cases. Nikam's reputation as a tough prosecutor who has secured convictions in significant trials positions him as a candidate with a strong stand on national security and law enforcement. With his entry into politics, Nikam adds a fresh perspective and a formidable presence to the electoral landscape.

In conclusion, Ujjwal Nikam's transition from the courtroom to the political arena signifies a new chapter in his career, bridging his legal expertise with public service. As he embarks on this political journey, Nikam's background as a prosecutor and his commitment to justice will likely shape his approach to governance if elected. His candidacy embodies a fusion of legal acumen and political ambition, bringing a unique dynamic to the Mumbai North Central constituency.

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Mumbai terror attack case prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam replaces ... (The Hindu)

BJP dropped Poonam Mahajan as its candidate from the Mumbai North Central seat and named lawyer Ujjwal Deorao Nikam in her place.

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26/11 govt counsel Ujjwal Nikam BJP's candidate from Mumbai ... (Hindustan Times)

Former special public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam will be contesting the Lok Sabha election from the Mumbai North Central constituency against Congress's Varsha ...

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Ujjwal Nikam, 26/11 Prosecutor, Is BJP Pick For This Mumbai ... (NDTV)

The BJP has named lawyer Ujjwal Nikam who was the public prosecutor in the Mumbai 26/11 terror attacks as its candidate from Mumbai North Central Lok Sabha ...

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Lok Sabha polls: BJP fields 26/11 prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam from ... (Times of India)

India News: NEW DELHI: The BJP has fielded 26/11 prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam as its candidate from the Mumbai North Central in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls in ...

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Ujjwal Nikam: 37 को दिलवाई फांसी तो 628 को उम्रकैद... जानें कौन हैं ... (ABP News)

Ujjwal Nikam: BJP ने मुंबई नॉर्थ सेंट्रल से पूनम महाजन का टिकट काटकर उज्जवल निकम को प्रत्याशी घोषित किया है.

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Ujjwal Nikam: मशहूर वकील उज्जवल निकम बीजेपी के टिकट पर मुंबई नॉर्थ ... (नवभारत टाइम्स)

Mumbai North Central Seat: भारतीय जनता पार्टी ने मुंबई उत्तर मध्य लोकसभा सीट से मौजूदा सांसद पूनम महाजन का टिकट काट दिया है।

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Ujjwal Nikam: BJP fields 26/11 terror attacks prosecutor from ... (Moneycontrol.com)

Maharashtra Lok Sabha elections 2024: Nikam was special public prosecutor in several high profile cases including the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts.

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BJP nominates Ujjwal Nikam, 26/11 prosecutor, as Lok Sabha ... (Business Today)

Former special public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam will be contesting the Lok Sabha election from the Mumbai North Central constituency, replacing sitting MP ...

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BJP drops Poonam Mahajan, fields 26/11 prosecutor from Mumbai ... (India Today)

The BJP dropped Poonam Mahajan and fielded 26/11 prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam as the Lok Sabha poll candidate from Mumbai North Central.

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भाजपा ने मुंबई नॉर्थ सेंट्रल से उज्ज्वल निकम को उतारा: इन्हीं ने कसाब को ... (दैनिक भास्कर)

भाजपा ने मशहूर वकील उज्ज्वल निकम को मुंबई नॉर्थ सेंट्रल से उम्मीदवार बनाया है। निकम 26/11 मुंबई हमले के पाकिस्तान के आतंकी ...

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BJP picks public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam for Mumbai North Central ... (The Indian Express)

The seat has been represented by party MP Poonam Mahajan since 2014. Nikam has to his credit several high-profile trials including that of terrorist Ajmal Kasab ...

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कौन हैं भाजपा प्रत्याशी उज्जवल निकम, आतंकी कसाब को लेकर उड़ा दी थी ... (Hindustan हिंदी)

उज्जवल निकम को भाजपा ने मुंबई नॉर्थ सेंट्रल से टिकट दिया है। उज्ज्वल निकम जानेमाने वकील हैं। उन्होंने प्रमोद महाजन मर्डर केस ...

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Ujjwal Nikam: कानून जगत के उस्ताद अब सियासी चौसर के खिलाड़ी बनेंगे ... (अमर उजाला)

Ujjwal Nikam: 37 आरोपियों को फांसी के फंदे तक पहुंचाने वाले वकील बने BJP उम्मीदवार, जानें कौन हैं उज्ज्वल निकम Who is Ujjwal Nikam BJP Candidate ...

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BJP ने मुंबई उत्तर मध्य सीट से 26/11 के वकील उज्ज्वल निकम को उतारा ... (NDTV India)

भाजपा ने पूनम महाजन का टिकट काटकर उज्ज्वल निकम को चुनाव मैदान में उतारा है. इस सीट पर कांग्रेस ने वर्षा गायकवाड को टिकट दिया ...

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Ujjwal Nikam, BJP's Mumbai North Central candidate, on why he ... (India Today)

Senior advocate Ujjwal Nikam, chosen as the BJP candidate for Mumbai North Central, cited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership in counter-terrorism and ...

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5 Facts On Ujjwal Nikam, BJP's Candidate For Mumbai North ... (NDTV)

The BJP has chosen lawyer Ujjwal Nikam as its candidate for the Mumbai North Central constituency, replacing Poonam Mahajan. Mr Nikam is renowned for his ...

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कौन हैं आतंकी कसाब समेत 37 को फांसी दिला चुके उज्जवल निकम, जिन्हें ... (Jansatta)

Lok Sabha Chunav 2024: उज्जवल निकम कई बड़े केस में सरकारी वकील रहे हैं और उन्होंने मुंबई आतंकी हमले के मास्टरमाइंट अजमल आमिर ...

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Ujjwal Nikam replaces Poonam Mahajan for Mumbai North Central ... (Livemint)

Ujjwal Nikam, 71, is a well-known public prosecutor and was a government counsel in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack case. Among other cases, Nikam has also ...

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26/11 prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam gets BJP ticket (Times of India)

India News: BJP has fielded 26/11 prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam as its candidate from Mumbai North Central seat, dropping two-term incumbent Poonam Mahajan from ...

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Lok Sabha elections 2024: 'Ujjwal Nikam should have contested ... (India TV)

Lok Sabha elections 2024: Maharashtra has 48 Lok Sabha seats, the second-largest after Uttar Pradesh. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP won 23 out of ...

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Union Minister meets Ujjwal Nikam, now BJP candidate, predicts his ... (India Today)

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale met 26/11 prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam, now a BJP candidate from Mumbai North Central Lok Sabha seat. He said Nikam would win by a ...

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Ajmal Kasab trial to Pramod Mahajan murder case: Coveted ... (The Indian Express)

Nikam has replaced Mahajan's daughter and two-time MP Poonam as the party's nominee in Mumbai North-Central constituency.

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