ThePrint ThePrintAM: United for BMC polls, why are BJP & Shiv Sena keeping their options open in other civic bodies?
Oct 6, 2025
The podcast dives into the united front of BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP for the BMC polls and explores the turf wars in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Local leaders are pushing back on seat-sharing agreements, highlighting the tension between grassroots demands and strategic alliances. Historical rivalries and recent conflicts are discussed, showcasing the ongoing competition. The electoral landscape shapes negotiations, with selective alliances forming where advantageous. Tune in for an insightful look at Maharashtra's political dynamics!
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Alliance For BMC But Not Elsewhere
- Mahayuti allies publicly promise unity for the BMC but stay noncommittal in other MMR corporations due to local strongholds.
- Local rivalries between BJP and Shinde's Shiv Sena drive tactical flexibility on alliances.
MMR Turf Examples
- Thane is described as Eknath Shinde's bastion while Navi Mumbai is tied to BJP leader Ganesh Naik.
- Kalyan Dombivli is contested between Shinde's son Srikant and BJP state president Ravindra Chavan.
Public Spat Over Local Leadership
- BJP minister Ganesh Naik publicly claimed MMR civic bodies would be led by the BJP and warned against ignoring local workers.
- Shiv Sena's Naresh Mahaske pushed back, urging BJP to rein in critical leaders and respect history.