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Navjot Singh Sidhu

Navjot Singh Sidhu is a former Indian cricketer and a former Member of Parliament from Amritsar, Punjab between 2004 and 2014. He joined politics after retiring from cricket and was also nominated by BJP as a member of Rajya Sabha in April 2016 and he resigned from Rajya Sabha three months later. He is also a TV commentator and has been a part of many television shows like The Great Indian Laughter Challenge, Comedy Nights with Kapil and the Kapil Sharma Show. He along with Pargat Singh and Bains brother formed a new political front Awaaz-e-Punjab just month before the 2017 Punjab assembly elections claiming to fight against those working against Punjab.Born on 20th October 1963 in a Jat Sikh family in Patiala, Punjab, his father Sardar Bhagwant Singh Sidhu has also been a cricket player and always wanted to see his son Navjot as a top-class cricketer. Sidhu studied in Mumbai at HR College of Commerce and Economics before getting his cricketing career in 1983. He made his debut in international cricket in a Test match against West Indies in 1983. He was then selected for the 1987 World Cup squad and in his debut One Day International (ODI) match, he scored 73 against Australia. He scored four half centuries in five matches of the 1987 World Cup but India lost in the semi finals against England. He scored his maiden ODI century against Pakistan in 1989. His score of 134 against England in 1993 is considered by him as the best innings of his 16 year career. It was also his highest ODI score. He played over 50 Test matches and over 100 ODIs and scored 7,000 international runs. He also scored 27 first class centuries in his 18 year career span. He had the nicknames as Sixer Sidhu for his prolific performance and Jonty Singh with respect to his improved fielding at that time. Sidhu retired from all forms of International cricket in 1999 and then took over as cricket commentator as well as hosted and participated in popular television shows. Sidhu joined Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and was elected to Lok Sabha from the Amritsar constituency. He had to resign from his post in 2006 after facing manslaughter charges. In 1991, he was accused of assaulting Praveen Shah and causing his death. He claimed that he wasnt guilty and was falsely involved in the case. After the High Courts decision of finding Sidhu guilty and a three year prison term, he appealed to Supreme Court in 2007 and Supreme Court stayed his conviction and sentence and allowed him to contest the election. He contested and won the Amritsar Lok Sabha seat in February 2007. In the 2009 general elections, he was re-elected from the Amritsar constituency by defeating Om Prakash Soni of Indian National Congress by a margin of 6858 votes. Navjot Singh Sidhu was denied the ticket on 2014 General Elections from Amritsar constituency and Arun Jaitley was nominated from BJP for the Amritsar constituency. Reiterating that he has no opposition to the decision of Arun Jaitley contesting from Amritsar constituency, he even considered himself as Jaitleys protg. However, he denied to contest from any other constituency and accepted the partys decision whole heartedly. In April 2016, BJP nominated him as a member of Rajya Sabha. Reports say that he was nominated to Rajya Sabha to prevent him from joining Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Sidhu however resigned from the post three months later and stated that the position was just a mere burden for him and he wanted to work for the state of Punjab. Many political scholars expected him to join AAP and be the Chief Ministerial candidate of AAP for Punjab Assembly Elections of 2017. A thing between him and AAP doesnt work smoothly and he never became a part of AAP. In August 2016, just months before the Assembly elections inPunjab, he along with Pargat Singh and Bains brothers formed a new political front called Aawaaz-e-Punjab.Sidhu is married to Navjot Kaur Sidhu, a doctor and a member of the Punjab Legislative Assembly. They have two kids, a daughter named Rabia Sidhu and a son named Karan Sidhu. Sidhu is vegetarian and is also the current president of World Jat Aryan Foundation. He has also made a special appearance in Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, ABCD 2. He also has acted in a Punjabi movie Mera Pind and played the role of an NRI Navroz Singh Lamba.

Qaidi No. 241383: From Waking Up At 5:30 AM To Working For 8 Hrs, How Life In Patiala Jail Looks For Navjot Sidhu
India.com News Desk | May 21, 2022 7:24 AM IST
Sidhu is now prisoner number 241383 and is placed in barrack number 7 in Patiala jail. Sidhu will
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Navjot Singh Sidhu, Given 1 Year Jail in Road Rage Case, Lodged in Patiala Jail After Surrender
India.com News Desk | May 20, 2022 4:29 PM IST
On Thursday, the top court sentenced Sidhu to one-year rigorous imprisonment in a 1988 road rage
Navjot Singh Sidhu, Given 1 Year Jail in Road Rage Case, Lodged in Patiala Jail After Surrender
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Navjot Singh Sidhu Seeks More Time To Surrender Citing Medical Reasons
India.com News Desk | May 20, 2022 6:42 AM IST
A bench of Justices A M Khanwilkar and S K Kaul allowed a review plea filed by the victim's family
Navjot Singh Sidhu Seeks More Time To Surrender Citing Medical Reasons
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What's Next For Sidhu After SC Awards Him 1-Year Jail Term In 1988 Road Rage Case
India.com News Desk | May 19, 2022 7:36 PM IST
Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu was awarded one-year in prison by the Supreme Court in a
What's Next For Sidhu After SC Awards Him 1-Year Jail Term In 1988 Road Rage Case
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'Will Submit to Majesty of Law...', Sidhu After SC Sentences Him to One Year Jail in 1988 Road Rage Case
India.com News Desk | May 19, 2022 2:22 PM IST
Navjot Singh Sidhu, the former Punjab Congress President, awarded one-year imprisonment in a
'Will Submit to Majesty of Law...', Sidhu After SC Sentences Him to One Year Jail in 1988 Road Rage Case
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‘Jungle Raj in Punjab’: Sidhu Attacks Punjab’s AAP Government Over Law And Order Situation in State
India.com News Desk | April 4, 2022 5:40 PM IST
There should be no priority other than law and order and peace in the state," said Navjot Singh
‘Jungle Raj in Punjab’: Sidhu Attacks Punjab’s AAP Government Over Law And Order Situation in State
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Punjab CM Designate Bhagwant Mann Removes Security of Sidhu Along With 122 Congress Ex-MLAs
India.com News Desk | March 12, 2022 3:14 PM IST
Some of the names whose security cover has been lifted are, Manpreet Singh Badal, Bharat Bhushan
Punjab CM Designate Bhagwant Mann Removes Security of Sidhu Along With 122 Congress Ex-MLAs
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With Sidhu By His Side, Punjab CM Channi Holds Roadshow In Amritsar. Watch
India.com News Desk | February 17, 2022 5:00 PM IST
With less than a week for Punjab to go for polls, Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi and state
With Sidhu By His Side, Punjab CM Channi Holds Roadshow In Amritsar. Watch
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Navjot Singh Sidhu Will Be Given 'Super CM' Post If Congress Comes Back To Power In Punjab: MP Ravneet Bittu
India.com News Desk | February 12, 2022 9:27 AM IST
Punjab Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu will be given "super CM" post if the party comes back to
Navjot Singh Sidhu Will Be Given 'Super CM' Post If Congress Comes Back To Power In Punjab: MP Ravneet Bittu
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Check His Bank Accounts, Rs 133 Crore Will Be Found: Navjot Singh Sidhu's Daughter Jibe Against Punjab CM Channi
India.com News Desk | February 11, 2022 3:38 PM IST
Punjab Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu's daughter Rabia Kaur on Friday took a veiled dig against
Check His Bank Accounts, Rs 133 Crore Will Be Found: Navjot Singh Sidhu's Daughter Jibe Against Punjab CM Cha
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‘Nobody Talking About 60 MLAs’: Sidhu Takes Veiled Dig At Rivals; Reminds Them ‘His’ Punjab Model
India.com News Desk | February 5, 2022 2:38 PM IST
The statement came at a time when Congress High Command is schedued to announce its chief
‘Nobody Talking About 60 MLAs’: Sidhu Takes Veiled Dig At Rivals; Reminds Them ‘His’ Punjab Model
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Not A Supporting Actor: Navjot Singh Sidhu Amid Tussle Within Congress For CM Face in Punjab
India.com News Desk | February 4, 2022 4:59 PM IST
Punjab Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu said a 'mafia-type person' cannot implement the programmes
Not A Supporting Actor: Navjot Singh Sidhu Amid Tussle Within Congress For CM Face in Punjab
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Congress To Declare CM Face For Punjab Assembly Polls On Feb 6, Announces Channi
India.com News Desk | February 3, 2022 6:11 PM IST
In the meantime, the Congress is seeking responses from party leaders and workers through its
Congress To Declare CM Face For Punjab Assembly Polls On Feb 6, Announces Channi
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Former Punjab Congress Chief Jakhar Backs Channi As CM Candidate; Says High Command's Decision To Be Accepted By All
India.com News Desk | February 3, 2022 4:48 PM IST
As per reports, Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi might be declared the Congress' chief
Former Punjab Congress Chief Jakhar Backs Channi As CM Candidate; Says High Command's Decision To Be Accepted
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Channi Or Sidhu? Congress Likely To Announce CM Face For Upcoming Punjab Assembly Polls Today
India.com News Desk | February 2, 2022 5:16 PM IST
Last week, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi had said the party will go into the Punjab Assembly polls
Channi Or Sidhu? Congress Likely To Announce CM Face For Upcoming Punjab Assembly Polls Today
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Bikram Singh Majithia Accepts Sidhu’s Challenge, To Fight Punjab Polls From Amritsar East
PTI | February 1, 2022 8:15 PM IST
A few days back, the Shiromani Akali Dal chief had fielded Majithia from Amritsar East against
Bikram Singh Majithia Accepts Sidhu’s Challenge, To Fight Punjab Polls From Amritsar East
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Navjot Singh Sidhu vs Bikram Singh Majithia: Who Will Win The Majha Votes In Hot Seat Of Amritsar East?
India.com News Desk | January 29, 2022 5:29 AM IST
Punjab will go to the polls on February 20 and the counting of votes will take place on March 10.
Navjot Singh Sidhu vs Bikram Singh Majithia: Who Will Win The Majha Votes In Hot Seat Of Amritsar East?
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Punjab Assembly Elections 2022: Navjot Sidhu Files Nomination From Amritsar East
India.com News Desk | January 29, 2022 3:01 PM IST
Hitting back at Majithia after filing his nomination, Sidhu dared him to file his nomination only
Punjab Assembly Elections 2022: Navjot Sidhu Files Nomination From Amritsar East
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Navjot Singh Sidhu Left Our 'Depressed' Mother To Die in 1989, Alleges His US-Based Sister Suman. WATCH VIDEO
Analiza Pathak | January 28, 2022 2:15 PM IST
Navjot Singh Sidhu's elder sister Suman Tur has accused him of "deserting" their mother for the
Navjot Singh Sidhu Left Our 'Depressed' Mother To Die in 1989, Alleges His US-Based Sister Suman. WATCH VIDEO
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Amritsar East: BJP Fields Jagmohan Singh Raju, IAS Officer Who Took Voluntary Retirement, Against Sidhu In Punjab Polls
India.com News Desk | January 27, 2022 10:29 PM IST
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday fielded Jagmohan Singh Raju against Punjab Congress
Amritsar East: BJP Fields Jagmohan Singh Raju, IAS Officer Who Took Voluntary Retirement, Against Sidhu In Pu
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