KDMC Election: BJP Provokes Shiv Sena, Claims Mayoral Post in Kalyan-Dombivli

• BJP District President Nandu Parab has demanded the Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) mayoral post for two and a half years, citing alliance dharma.
• This demand comes despite Shiv Sena traditionally holding the mayoral position in Kalyan-Dombivli.
• The BJP's claim follows significant gains in the KDMC elections, where the BJP-Shiv Sena grand alliance is set to form the government.
• In Kalyan-Dombivli, out of 122 seats, Shiv Sena won 36 and BJP secured 25 seats, totaling 61 for the alliance, just shy of the 62-seat majority.
• The BJP is advocating for a 50-50 formula for the mayoral post, reflecting their strong performance.

Why It Matters: BJP demands KDMC mayoral post for 2.5 years, challenging Shiv Sena's traditional hold after strong election performance.