Nashik Mayoral Race Heats Up: BJP Leaders Lobby Ahead of Reservation Draw

• BJP secured a clear majority with 72 out of 122 seats in Nashik municipal corporation elections, ensuring the next mayor will be from their party.
• The Urban Development Department will announce the reservation draw for the mayoral post on Thursday, clarifying the category.
• Intense lobbying has begun within BJP, with candidates being scrutinized based on seniority, experience, loyalty, and proximity to top leaders.
• Experienced corporators like Suresh Patil, Dinkar Patil, and Rajendra Mahale are contenders in the open category, alongside Himgauri Adke, Deepali Kulkarni, and Swati Bhamre.
• Sudhakar Badgujar is a strong contender in the OBC category, while only women candidates are available for the ST category due to ward reservations.

Why It Matters: Nashik's mayoral race is intense within BJP, with the reservation draw on Thursday being crucial for aspirants.