Shiv Sena Candidate 'Swallows' Rival's Poll Form in Pune Drama

• Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) candidate Uddhav Kamble allegedly tore and swallowed rival Machhindra Dhawale's AB form for Pune civic polls.
• The incident occurred at Dhankawadi Sahakarnagar Ward Office during a heated argument over duplicate party nomination forms.
• AB forms are essential for official party nomination; two candidates received forms for ward number 34.
• A case has been registered against Kamble at Bharati Vidyapeeth police station for obstructing a public servant.
• Kamble denies eating the form, challenging a medical examination and accusing the Election Commission of lying.

Why It Matters: Pune civic polls see bizarre incident as Shiv Sena candidate allegedly swallows rival's nomination form.