A political controversy has emerged after allegations were raised against corporator Sahar Sheikh regarding the alleged use of a fake caste certificate during the election process, potentially putting her position at risk of disqualification.

As per the report, objections have been filed questioning the validity of the caste certificate submitted by the corporator. The allegations claim that the document may be fraudulent, prompting calls for a detailed verification and investigation.

The issue has triggered political reactions in the city, with the matter gaining further attention due to its possible implications for disqualification if the charges are proven.

Authorities are expected to scrutinize the authenticity of the certificate and take appropriate action based on the findings. The controversy has once again highlighted concerns over the verification process of caste certificates in local body elections.

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