BJP Delivers Blow to Shiv Sena: Tanaji Sawant's Nephew Joins BJP for ZP Election

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News18•21-01-2026, 19:04
BJP Delivers Blow to Shiv Sena: Tanaji Sawant's Nephew Joins BJP for ZP Election
- •BJP has fielded Prithviraj Shivaji Sawant, nephew of Shiv Sena leader and former minister Tanaji Sawant, as its candidate for the Zilla Parishad election from Manegaon group in Madha taluka.
- •This move is seen as a significant blow to Tanaji Sawant and Shiv Sena, especially after a dispute between BJP and Shiv Sena over the mayoral post.
- •Tanaji Sawant's brother, Shivaji Sawant, has been attempting to join BJP for three months, but his entry was reportedly delayed by Tanaji Sawant.
- •Shivaji Sawant had accused his brother, former Health Minister Tanaji Sawant, of stopping his BJP entry by speaking to the Chief Minister, highlighting a political dispute between the brothers.
- •Despite the delay in Shivaji Sawant's formal entry, BJP gave candidature to his son, Prithviraj, effectively checkmating Tanaji Sawant.
Why It Matters: BJP strategically fields Tanaji Sawant's nephew in ZP elections, escalating political rivalry within the Sawant family.
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