AIMIM Shakes Maharashtra Politics: Owaisi's Magic Hits Thackeray, Pawar in Sambhajinagar

• AIMIM has emerged as the third-largest party in the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation elections, surprising political observers.
• The party's strong performance has significantly impacted Shiv Sena (Thackeray faction) and both Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar's camps.
• Initial trends show a triangular contest between BJP, Shiv Sena (Shinde faction), and AIMIM, with other parties lagging.
• Internal disputes within the Thackeray faction, including senior leader Chandrakant Khaire's opposition to a candidate, contributed to their weak performance.
• Both Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar factions secured only one seat each, indicating a shift in traditional political equations in Marathwada.

Why It Matters: AIMIM's strong showing in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar has reshaped Marathwada politics, challenging established parties.