Next-Gen dynasts on the rise

The Haryana Assembly elections have once again highlighted the enduring influence of political dynasties in the state. As the results pour in, it is evident that the next generation of political heirs has not only taken center stage but has also emerged victorious in several high-stakes contests, defeating seasoned political veterans and maintaining their families' dominance in Haryana's political landscape.

- NEERAJ MOHAN

Leading the pack is Arjun Chautala, the son of Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) leader Abhay Chautala, who clinched a significant win from the Rania Assembly constituency. Arjun, despite his earlier failed bid in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections from Kurukshetra, bounced back to defeat Congress's Sarv Mitar Kamboj and his grand uncle, former cabinet minister Ranjit Chautala, who contested independently. Notably, Arjun is the sole candidate of the INLD-BSP alliance to secure a victory, underscoring the Chautala family's resilience in the face of declining support for the party. His win reaffirms the family'