Congress Duo Makes History in Sangli Municipal Elections: Husband and Wife Win Together

• The Sangli, Miraj, and Kupwad Municipal Corporation elections are a focal point in Maharashtra politics.
• Congress candidates Sanjay Mendhe and his wife Babita Mendhe won from Miraj Ward No. 5, creating history.
• Counting for 78 seats began at 10 AM, with an hour-long disruption due to staff negligence.
• Initial trends show BJP, Shiv Sena (Shinde faction), NCP (Ajit Pawar faction), and Congress leading in various wards.
• Approximately 60% voter turnout was recorded, lower than the 62.17% in the 2018 elections.

Why It Matters: Congress candidates Sanjay and Babita Mendhe made history by winning together in Sangli municipal elections.