Summary
They are major players in Punjab's political caucus: some are knee-deep in politics, others are active as party members, and yet others, women of leading political families, assert influence from behind-the-scenes.
Who are they? What do they do? How did they get here? We talk to women politicians about their lives, ambitions and vision for Punjab.See the full content of this document
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Power Ladies ; Punjab's Most Influential Women Politicians Discuss Their Journey so Far.
Preneet Kaur, 64
PatialaPolitical background: Fondly known as 'Maharani Sahiba', she is the popular face of the Patiala royal house. As a two-time MP from Patiala, a seat once represented by her mother-in-law Maharani Mohinder Kaur, she is suave, simple, and accessiblethe qualities that have nurtured her people-friendly image.I had no idea about the royalty and politics before my marriage in 1964,says Preneet Kaur, daughter of former Punjab chief secretary Gian Singh and wife of Capt Amarinder Singh. It was i...See the full content of this document
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