BJP-Shiv Sena Alliance for Pune Zilla Parishad Elections Amidst Ajit Pawar's Influence

• Following municipal election results, BJP and Shiv Sena are strategizing for the Pune Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections.
• Voting for Zilla Parishad elections is scheduled for February 5, with results on February 7, requiring quick candidate selection and campaigning.
• Despite a strong win in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad, BJP is cautious due to Ajit Pawar's NCP influence in rural areas.
• BJP's core committee initially favored contesting independently, but concerns about Ajit Pawar's alleged harassment of BJP workers led to alliance talks.
• Detailed discussions on seat-sharing between BJP and Shiv Sena for the Pune Zilla Parishad elections have taken place.

Why It Matters: BJP and Shiv Sena are forming an alliance for Pune Zilla Parishad elections to counter Ajit Pawar's influence.