Uddhav Thackeray Dominates Mumbai Elections: Shinde's Setback, 5 Key Reasons

• Eknath Shinde's Sena faced a significant defeat in Mumbai, leading in only 28 out of 90 contested seats in the Municipal Corporation elections.
• Uddhav Thackeray's candidates are leading in nearly 60 seats, indicating strong support from Shiv Sainiks in the party's stronghold.
• Thackeray's Sena won 3 out of 4 direct Lok Sabha contests against Shinde's Sena and performed better in Assembly elections.
• Key reasons for Thackeray's success include loyal Shiv Sainik cadre, Uddhav's branch visits, unity with Thackeray brothers on Marathi issues, and strategic candidate selection.
• Public sentiment in Mumbai favored Uddhav Thackeray, reinforcing the emotional connection between the city and the Thackeray family.

Why It Matters: Uddhav Thackeray's faction demonstrated clear dominance in Mumbai, securing significant wins despite Shinde's defections.