The BJP has pitted Brigadier Khushal Thakur (retired), a decorated officer who played a crucial in the 1999 Kargil war, against Congress Pratibha Singh, a former MP and wife of six-time Chief Minister, the late Virbhadra Singh, for the Mandi .
FACT CHECK: Kangana Ranaut named as BJP candidate for Mandi Lok Sabha bypoll? Know the truth here - BJP has pitted Brigadier (retd) Khushal Thakur against former Congress MP Pratibha Singh, who is late chief minister Virbhadra Singh’s wife.