Mohali: The suspense over Mohali municipal corporation’s mayoral post is set to end Tuesday, with the ruling AAP witnessing an internal contest between Sarabjit Singh Samana and Sunny Ahluwalia.The election for mayor, senior deputy mayor and deputy mayor will follow the oath-taking of newly elected councillors at 3pm. With 27 councillors, AAP holds a clear majority, making the contest largely an intra-party affair.Sources said both Samana and Ahluwalia enjoy backing from influential leaders. Samana, son of MLA Kulwant Singh, is seen as a strong local contender, while Ahluwalia is considered close to senior AAP leadership.The contest has generated interest in political circles, though party leaders maintain the final decision will come from the high command.The newly elected House will also choose senior deputy mayor and deputy mayor during its first meeting. The outcome is expected to shape the civic body’s direction for the term.Box: Cong fields RangiCongress has nominated Narpinder Singh Rangi for mayorParty to contest all three key postsDecision taken at meeting of elected councillorsRangi chosen as leader of Cong councillor groupParty holds 12 seats, vows tough fight against AAP
