Quick Info
| Profession | Politician |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 26/01/1965 |
| Age | 61 years |
| Birthplace | Chandigarh |
Latest News about Harpreet Kaur Babla
30/01/2025
Harpreet Kaur Babla of the Bharatiya Janata Party was elected Mayor of Chandigarh Municipal Corporation, defeating Aam Aadmi Party candidate Prem Lata by a very narrow margin. Reports said she secured 19 of 36 votes, with cross-voting from opposition members contributing to her victory. The win was notable because the BJP did not hold an outright majority in the house.
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Bio/Wiki
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 5" (165 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Convent of Jesus & Mary School, Dehradun |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 15/02/1987 |
Family
| Father | Makhan Singh (retired army colonel) (deceased) |
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| Spouse | Devinder Singh Babla (politician) |
| Children | Son - 2: Yudhveer Singh, Paramveer Singh Babla |
Career
| Overview | Harpreet Kaur Babla has had a significant impact in local politics, notably serving as a councillor and being elected as the Mayor of Chandigarh. Her political career includes a strategic switch to the Bharatiya Janata Party after initially being elected under the Indian National Congress. She played a crucial role in the BJP's recent mayoral victory, showcasing her influence in the city’s political landscape. |
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Social Media
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Her husband, Devinder Singh Babla, serves as vice president of the Chandigarh BJP. | |
| 2. Harpreet made a notable political transition by joining the Bharatiya Janata Party after her election in 2021. | |
| 3. In 2025, she won the mayoral election by a narrow margin, illustrating her political acumen. | |
| 4. She is the councillor of Ward No. 10 (Sector 27-28-29) in the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh. | |
| 5. In 2025, she won the mayoral election by a narrow margin of two to seven votes against AAP candidate Prem Lata, with cross-voting from opposition alliance members. | |
| 6. She is the daughter of a retired Army Colonel. | |
| 7. She was awarded the BRICS award for the city's work on fiscal rescue and flagship failures. |