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Why did the people of Dharan elect independent Sampang as their mayor?

DHARAN, May 25: To the astonishment of many, independent candidate Harka Raj Rai (Sampang) has won the election in Dharan to become the mayor of the sub-metropolitan city, defeating candidates from the major political parties.
Why did the people of Dharan elect independent Sampang as their mayor?


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