Shinde Sena's Power Play: Defeats BJP, Sweeps Councils in Maharashtra Polls

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News18•21-12-2025, 15:20
Shinde Sena's Power Play: Defeats BJP, Sweeps Councils in Maharashtra Polls
- •Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena faction showed strong performance in Maharashtra's Municipal Council and Municipality elections, despite BJP leading overall.
- •The Shinde faction secured significant victories, even defeating BJP candidates in direct contests in places like Kankavli and Malvan.
- •Achieved historic 'clean sweeps' in Khed (21-0) under Yogesh Kadam and Sangola under Shahaji Bapu Patil, demonstrating strong local hold.
- •Contested the highest number of seats ever (approx. 135) and won over 50 Mayor positions, showcasing organizational strength and an excellent strike rate.
- •Outperformed the Thackeray faction (five times more seats) and the Maha Vikas Aghadi collectively, solidifying its position in state politics.
Why It Matters: Shinde Sena proves its political weight, winning key municipal polls and even defeating BJP in direct contests.
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