Congress leader Priya Dutt expresses her deep sorrow over the passing of her mentor, Baba Siddique, recalling his significant role in her political journey and his close relationship with her family.
Priya DuttBaba SiddiqueCongress PartyPolitical CareerMentoringReal Estate MumbaiOct 13, 2024
Baba Siddique was a prominent leader of the National Congress Party (NCP). He began his political career as a teenager in 1977 and held various positions, including MLA, minister of state, and municipal corporator. He was also the chairman of the Mumbai Mhada and played a significant role in real estate and slum development.
Priya Dutt and Baba Siddique had a close relationship. Siddique was brought into the Congress party by Priya's father, Sunil Dutt, who treated him like a son. Siddique mentored Priya throughout her political journey, providing guidance and support.
Baba Siddique held several positions in his political career, including MLA, minister of state for food and civil supplies, labor, and FDA, municipal corporator, and various leadership roles within the Congress party, such as chairperson and senior vice-president of the Mumbai Regional Congress Committee.
Priya Dutt expressed her deep sorrow on X (formerly Twitter) by writing a heartfelt note. She described Siddique as more than a political colleague but a part of her family, extending her condolences to his wife and children and wishing eternal peace for his soul.
As the chairman of Mumbai Mhada, Baba Siddique was actively involved in matters concerning real estate and the development of slum areas. He played a significant role in these sectors, contributing to the improvement of living conditions in Mumbai.
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