Shiv Sena Claims Victory in Maharashtra Municipal Elections
The Shiv Sena, under Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, has declared that 18 of its candidates have been elected unopposed in the upcoming municipal elections across Maharashtra. This announcement comes amid allegations from opposition parties, who claim that the ruling coalition has pressured rival candidates to withdraw through intimidation and financial inducements. The elections involve 29 municipal corporations, with notable unopposed wins in Thane, Jalgaon, and Kalyan-Dombivli. Read on to discover more about the implications of these elections and the ongoing political dynamics in Maharashtra.
| Jan 4, 2026, 09:50 IST
Shiv Sena's Uncontested Wins in Municipal Elections
On Saturday, the Shiv Sena, led by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, announced that 18 of its candidates have been elected unopposed in the upcoming elections for 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra.
A close associate of Deputy Chief Minister Shinde revealed that six candidates from Shiv Sena were elected unopposed in three municipal bodies: Thane, Jalgaon, and Kalyan-Dombivli. Opposition parties have accused the ruling coalition of coercing rival candidates to withdraw from the elections through intimidation and financial incentives.