Bachchu Kadu to Represent Shiv Sena in Upcoming Maharashtra Legislative Council Elections
In a significant political shift, Bachchu Kadu has announced his candidacy for the Shiv Sena in the upcoming Maharashtra Legislative Council elections, following a merger with Eknath Shinde's faction. Meanwhile, the NCP has nominated Zeeshan Siddiqui, son of the late Baba Siddiqui, as their candidate. With the elections approaching, key details about the voting process and candidate backgrounds are emerging, highlighting the dynamic political landscape in Maharashtra. Stay tuned for more updates on this unfolding story.
Apr 30, 2026, 13:21 IST
Bachchu Kadu Joins Shiv Sena for MLC Elections
Bachchu Kadu, the leader of the Prahar Jan Shakti Party, announced on Thursday that he will be the Shiv Sena candidate for the upcoming Legislative Council elections in Maharashtra. The farmer leader and former state minister also revealed plans to merge his party with the faction led by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. This development follows Kadu's meeting with Shinde on Wednesday night, where he presented demands concerning farmers, agricultural laborers, and differently-abled individuals. Kadu stated that Shinde assured him of support on these issues, prompting his decision to join Shiv Sena. He confirmed that he will file his nomination as the Shiv Sena candidate for the MLC elections. Kadu mentioned to reporters that although he lost in the 2024 elections, he successfully advocated for the waiver of farmers' debts and secured increased financial assistance for the differently-abled from the state government.
NCP Fields Zeeshan Siddiqui for MLC Elections
NCP Introduces Zeeshan Siddiqui as Candidate
In another development, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has announced Zeeshan Siddiqui, the son of the late party leader Baba Siddiqui, as their candidate for the MLC elections. He is expected to submit his nomination later today. Zeeshan previously contested the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections from the Bandra East constituency but faced defeat, losing to Varun Sardesai of Shiv Sena (UBT) by over 11,000 votes. Following his nomination by the NCP, Zeeshan expressed gratitude to Sunetra Pawar and other leaders, stating that this is a significant day for all. He emphasized his commitment to voicing the concerns of the youth.
Maharashtra Legislative Council Elections Overview
Details on the Upcoming Elections
Nine members of the Maharashtra Legislative Council, including Uddhav Thackeray, the former Chief Minister and president of Shiv Sena (UBT), will retire on May 13. Voting for these nine MLC seats and one council seat will take place on May 12. The deadline for filing nominations is set for Thursday at 3 PM.