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Former MLA and wrestler Sambhaji Pawar dies in Sangli
Updated On: 15 March, 2021 12:00 AM IST | Pune | PTI
Known as ``bijli malla`` in the wrestling arena, Pawar, who was MLA four times, was former state Janata Dal president, and had defeated heavyweight Vishnudada Patil in 1986.
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Former MLA and wrestler Sambhaji Pawar died after a prolonged illness in Sangli, his kin said on Monday. Pawar was 80 and died late Sunday night, a family member said.
Known as ``bijli malla`` in the wrestling arena, Pawar, who was MLA four times, was former state Janata Dal president, and had defeated heavyweight Vishnudada Patil in 1986.
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