As the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections near, political tensions are escalating in Maharashtra with a focus on Marathi identity by various parties. Shiv Sena has emphasized the need for a ‘Marathi mayor in Mumbai,’ highlighting the importance of love for the city and the ability to proudly say ‘Vande Mataram.’ This call for a Marathi mayor aligns with a broader discussion on Vande Mataram at the national level.
Shiv Sena spokesperson Shaina NC emphasized that the Mayor of Mumbai should be dedicated to the city’s progress and express allegiance through ‘Vande Mataram.’ The political landscape intensified as Nawab Malik of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) claimed that his party is well-positioned to secure the Mayor’s post in Mumbai, despite not contesting the civic polls independently.
Amidst these developments, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has also shifted its focus towards advocating for a Marathi mayor if the MahaYuti alliance assumes power. The political narrative has witnessed Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray joining forces to champion the cause of the Marathi community, forming an alliance between Shiv Sena (UBT) and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) for the upcoming BMC elections and other civic body polls.
