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Rajasthan BJP MLA Jaswant Yadav dies at 73 after prolonged illness

The Hindu Nov 08, 2026 at 02:07 PM IST India
Rajasthan BJP MLA Jaswant Yadav dies at 73...

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Rajasthan BJP MLA Jaswant Yadav died at 73 after a prolonged battle with cancer. His death reduces the state assembly strength to 199, triggering a by-election in the Behror constituency within six months.

Key takeaways

  • Jaswant Yadav died in Jaipur on November 8, 2026, after battling cancer.
  • He was a four-time MLA and former cabinet minister in Rajasthan.
  • The Behror assembly seat will require a by-election within six months.
  • His last rites are scheduled for Monday in his native village.
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