BJP Leads in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Elections; Shinde Faction Gains

• Vote counting for Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation elections has begun, with initial trends emerging.
• BJP, initially trailing, has taken a significant lead in 9 seats, showcasing a strong comeback.
• Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) is leading in 5 seats, while Thackeray faction and MIM are competitive with 4 seats each.
• The election saw a 59.82% voter turnout, with 859 candidates vying for 115 member positions across 29 wards.
• Key political figures like Atul Save (BJP), Sanjay Shirsat (Shiv Sena), Chandrakant Khaire (Shiv Sena UBT), and Ambadas Danve (Shiv Sena UBT) had their prestige at stake.

Why It Matters: BJP and Shinde faction lead in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar municipal elections, indicating a tight contest.