In one of Mumbai’s crucial constituencies, a high-stakes triangular battle is about to unfold as candidates compete vigorously for the favor of Marathi-speaking voters. The political stage is primed for an intense showdown.
In the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections, Amit Thackeray, the son of MNS chief Raj Thackeray, is poised to enter the realm of state politics by running for the seat in Mumbai’s Mahim constituency.
Nevertheless, the political heir is anticipated to encounter significant challenges ahead, given the strong resistance posed by factions within Shiv Sena. This sets the scene for a tense three-way battle in a crucial constituency in Mumbai, wherein all contenders are striving to secure the backing of the Marathi-speaking electorate.
Amit Thackeray is set to participate as a candidate representing the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), a party established by his father back in 2006. His transition into the realm of electoral politics is attracting significant interest as he endeavors to establish a distinct persona in the political sphere, following in the footsteps of his cousin Aaditya Thackeray, a prominent figure within the Shiv Sena (UBT) faction.
The incumbent MLA Sada Saravankar, an experienced politician supported by a dedicated group of followers, has been nominated by the Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) to contest from the constituency. With a solid base of loyal supporters and a history of political expertise, Saravankar poses a substantial competition for Amit Thackeray, particularly given the faction’s partnership with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Saravankar relies on his enduring connection with the local electorate and the party’s endorsement at the state level to secure his position.
