Shinde Minister Warns BJP: Decide Alliance in 24 Hours or Face Independent Action

• A minister from Eknath Shinde's faction has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to BJP over seat-sharing for the Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation elections.
• Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik warned that if an alliance decision isn't made, Shiv Sena will take independent action.
• BJP MLA Narendra Mehta had set conditions, including returning 'Shivar Garden' and BJP workers who joined Shiv Sena.
• Sarnaik countered Mehta's 'Shivar Garden' claim, stating Mehta himself signed the documents.
• Sarnaik demanded the return of Shiv Sena office bearers who joined BJP, intensifying the political deadlock ahead of nominations.

Why It Matters: Shinde's minister gives BJP 24-hour ultimatum on Mira Bhayandar alliance, escalating political tension.