In a surprising turn of events, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has gained a majority in the Ambernath Municipal Council with backing from the Congress and NCP led by Ajit Pawar. Despite the Shiv Sena, led by Eknath Shinde, being the largest party, the BJP managed to secure the President’s post by forming an alliance with unexpected partners.
During the recent municipal council elections, the BJP emerged victorious over the Shiv Sena in Ambernath, marking the end of the latter’s rule in the region. With 23 seats won by Shiv Sena, 16 by BJP, 12 by Congress, and 4 by NCP (Ajit Pawar), the BJP, Congress, and NCP coalition successfully surpassed the majority mark in the 59-member council.
The battle for the Municipal Council President saw BJP’s Tejashri Karanjule defeating the Shinde faction’s candidate, Manisha Walekar. This move by BJP to align with Congress against the Shinde faction hints at a strategic shift in local politics, as parties vie for supremacy ahead of upcoming state elections. The BJP’s victory in Ambernath signifies a significant political development amidst ongoing municipal corporation elections in the state.
