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

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News18•04-01-2026, 17:43
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.
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