Bhupinder Singh Hooda

Bhupinder Singh Hooda is an Indian politician and senior leader of the Indian National Congress, known for his tenure as the Chief Minister of Haryana from 2005 to 2014. Born on September 15, 1947, in Rohtak, Haryana, Hooda has been a prominent figure in Haryana politics, focusing on agricultural reforms, infrastructure development, and social welfare initiatives. As a leader of the opposition in Haryana, he continues to play an active role in state politics, advocating for policies that support the state's farmers and marginalized communities.

In March 2021, BOOM fact-checked a viral photo claiming to show a recent image of Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar and Hooda together on the day of a no-confidence motion in the Haryana assembly.

BOOM’s investigation revealed that the photo was actually from November 2019 and was unrelated to the recent trust vote. This fact-check clarified the timeline of the image and helped prevent the spread of misinformation regarding Hooda’s activities.