Ex-Mumbai Mayor Shubha Raul Resigns, Meets BJP's Shelar: Will She Join BJP?

• Former Mumbai Mayor Shubha Raul resigned from Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) citing personal reasons.
• Immediately after resigning, Raul met BJP leader Ashish Shelar, sparking speculation of her joining the BJP.
• Sources suggest discussions about her BJP entry were finalized at BJP leader Pravin Darekar's residence.
• Her potential move is seen as a major blow to Uddhav Thackeray ahead of municipal elections, following other corporator defections.
• Raul, a former Mayor for 33 months and Dahisar representative, could boost BJP in Dahisar, Mira Road, and Borivali.

Why It Matters: Shubha Raul's resignation and meeting with BJP leader signal her likely move to BJP, a setback for Thackeray.