Money matters: Wealthiest candidates contesting in 2024 Haryana polls

As Haryana gears up for its assembly elections, significant wealth disparities among candidates are coming to light. With former finance minister Captain Abhimanyu leading the pack with assets of Rs 417 crore, followed by Savitri Jindal at Rs 270 crore, the financial profiles of these candidates may influence voter perceptions and campaign strategies in this critical electoral landscape. (Image source: Agencies)

Former Haryana finance minister and BJP candidate Captain Abhimanyu stands out as the wealthiest contender in the upcoming assembly elections, boasting declared assets totalling an impressive Rs 417 crore. At 56 years old, Abhimanyu's financial profile reflects a combination of moveable and immovable assets valued at Rs 369.03 crore and Rs 47.96 crore, respectively, including those of his wife. (Image source: X)

Running as an independent candidate from the Hisar constituency, Savitri Jindal has declared impressive assets worth Rs 270 crore. At 76 years old, her financial profile reveals moveable assets valued at Rs 190 crore and immovable assets totalling Rs 80 crore. (Image source: File photo)

Former Chief Minister and senior Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda is contesting from the Garhi Sampla Kiloi seat, with declared assets amounting to Rs 26.48 crore, including those of his wife. His financial profile showcases moveable assets valued at Rs 7.20 crore, while his immovable assets total Rs 19.28 crore, which notably includes gold worth Rs 1.32 crore. (Image source: File photo)

Abhay Singh Chautala, the leader of the Indian National Lok Dal (INLD), is contesting from the Ellenabad constituency with declared assets totaling Rs 61 crore, including those of his spouse. His financial profile reveals moveable assets valued at Rs 37.31 crore, while his immovable assets amount to Rs 23.70 crore.

He holds significant valuables, including gold worth Rs 60.90 lakh, silver valued at Rs 1.70 lakh, and diamonds amounting to Rs 15 lakh. (Image source: X)

Dushyant Chautala, the leader of the Jannayak Janta Party (JJP) and former Deputy Chief Minister, is contesting from the Uchana Kalan constituency. He has declared assets totalling Rs 82.08 crore, showcasing a significant financial profile. His moveable assets amount to Rs 35.73 crore, while his immovable assets are valued at Rs 46.35 crore.

Chautala possesses gold worth Rs 1.85 crore and diamonds valued at Rs 62.90 lakh. (Image source: File photo)