Maharastra civic elections: Thane Shinde’s turf, so BJP softened stand & settled for fewer seats, says CM Fadnavis

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated that the BJP conceded fewer seats in Thane and Kalyan-Dombivli to maintain strong ties with Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. He emphasized that this decision was made for sentimental reasons, acknowledging Thane as Shinde's stronghold and prioritizing the alliance over seat negotiations.

Maharastra civic elections: Thane Shinde’s turf, so BJP softened stand & settled for fewer seats, says CM Fadnavis
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated that the BJP conceded fewer seats in Thane and Kalyan-Dombivli to maintain strong ties with Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. He emphasized that this decision was made for sentimental reasons, acknowledging Thane as Shinde's stronghold and prioritizing the alliance over seat negotiations.