Baba Siddique
Indian politician and social worker
Born
1958
67 years ago
Died
October 12th, 2024
0 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
India
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A prominent politician in India, Siddique served as a member of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly. He was associated with the Indian National Congress party and played a significant role in local governance and social welfare initiatives in Mumbai. Siddique organized various community events and served as a liaison between the government and citizens, promoting development projects. His contributions to politics were marked by his focus on infrastructure and community services.
Served as a member of Maharashtra Legislative Assembly
Promoted community development projects in Mumbai
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