Nashik BJP Fury: Workers Detain City President Over Election Ticket Row
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News1802-01-2026, 07:21

Nashik BJP Fury: Workers Detain City President Over Election Ticket Row

  • Angry BJP workers in Nashik held City President Sunil Kedar and Mandal President Shantaram Ghante captive at the party office.
  • The protest erupted over municipal election ticket distribution, with loyalists alleging they were sidelined for "outsiders."
  • Workers claimed "AB" forms were given to opportunists who joined last minute, despite their three years of dedicated work.
  • Ally RPI (Athawale faction) also joined the protest, angered by BJP's failure to fulfill its promise of two seats.
  • Police intervened to release the leaders after 20 minutes, but the widespread anger could impact BJP's election performance.

Why It Matters: BJP faces pre-election turmoil in Nashik as workers detain leaders over ticket distribution.

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