Sharad Pawar Faction Supports BJP in Akola Municipal Corporation, Congress Game Changer?

• The BJP has claimed to form the government in Akola Municipal Corporation with the support of 44 corporators, exceeding the majority mark of 41.
• The BJP, with 38 seats, secured support from NCP (Sharad Pawar faction - 3), NCP (Ajit Pawar faction - 1), Shiv Sena (Shinde faction - 1), and one independent.
• The support from Sharad Pawar's faction to BJP is a significant political development, surprising many.
• The group registration process is underway at the Amravati Divisional Commissioner's office under Shweta Singhal.
• This move is seen as a major setback for the Maha Vikas Aghadi, including Congress and Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi, who also tried to form a government.

Why It Matters: BJP secures majority in Akola Municipal Corporation with unexpected support from Sharad Pawar faction.