Nashik BJP rocked by 'Aaya Ram' and Badgujar family's dynastic tickets; loyalists furious

• Nashik BJP faces severe internal discontent over ticket distribution for municipal elections, favoring 'Aaya Ram' (turncoats) over loyal workers.
• 33 'Aaya Ram' leaders reportedly received BJP candidatures, sparking widespread anger among long-time party members.
• The Badgujar family, led by Sudhakar Badgujar (from Thackeray's Shiv Sena), secured three candidatures for Sudhakar, his son Deepak, and wife Harsh.
• This dynastic preference led to the cancellation of candidature for Bhagyashree Dhomse, a supporter of MLA Seema Hire, intensifying factional tensions.
• The elections are seen as a test of BJP's internal unity amidst factionalism and strategic choices.

Why It Matters: Nashik BJP's ticket distribution sparks major internal revolt, favoring turncoats and dynasty over loyalists.