Archive · 17 Jun 2025
Pune Congress Grapples Leadership Ahead of PMC Elections
The Pune city Congress is having some internal disagreements about who should be in charge.
Some people want a new leader before the upcoming PMC elections, while the current leader says it's not an issue.
The state Congress is meeting to discuss preparations for the elections, including potential partnerships and how many seats to compete for.
Elections have been delayed, and the city is currently run by an administrator.
Some leaders and former members joined the BJP which came to power in 2019.
The Supreme Court has ordered for elections to be held in four months.
Factionalism within the Pune Congress unit fuels leadership change demands.
Acting city chief Arvind Shinde says the leadership issue is resolved, focusing on PMC elections.
A city leader claims a report on a new chief has been submitted to the state unit.
The state unit will discuss civic polls, including preparations and possible alliances.
The PMC elections have been delayed, with the civic body under administrator's rule since 2024.
- Who
- Pune city unit of the Congress, including Arvind Shinde, Mohan Joshi, and other city leaders.
- What
- Internal conflict within the Pune Congress regarding leadership ahead of PMC elections.
- When
- Discussions and decisions are taking place now, with a state unit meeting planned.
- Where
- Pune, India.
- Why
- To address leadership demands and prepare for the upcoming PMC elections, which are under administrator's rule.
Supporters of Leadership Change
Current Leadership's Perspective
Leadership Change
Supporters of Leadership Change
Demand for new leadership to improve chances in PMC polls.
Current Leadership's Perspective
Arvind Shinde maintains the matter is closed and focus should be on elections.
- Event
- PMC Elections
- Political Party
- Congress
- Location
- Pune, India
- Current Status
- Civic body under administrator's rule since 2024
- Supreme Court Decision
- Directed state to conduct elections within four months