Archive · 22 Dec 2025
Shiv Sena Wins Igatpuri Chairman Post
In the recent municipal council elections in Nashik district, the Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) won the chairman post in Igatpuri.
The BJP had tried to win by bringing in former Shiv Sena members, but the people of Igatpuri voted for the Shiv Sena instead.
The winning candidate, Shalini Khatale, promised to develop Igatpuri and improve basic amenities like water supply and roads.
The BJP's strategy backfired, and the Shiv Sena's victory has caused a stir in the political circles of the district.
Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) won the chairman post in Igatpuri Municipal Council.
BJP's strategy of inducting former Shiv Sena members failed.
Winning candidate Shalini Khatale promised development and employment opportunities.
People voted based on development issues and rejected BJP's approach.
The victory has significant implications for the political landscape in Nashik district.
- Who
- Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) won the chairman post in Igatpuri Municipal Council.
- What
- Municipal council elections in Nashik district.
- When
- Recent elections (specific date not mentioned).
- Where
- Igatpuri, Nashik district, Maharashtra.
- Why
- People rejected BJP's 'divide and rule' strategy and voted based on development issues.
Shiv Sena (Shinde faction)
BJP
Election Strategy
Shiv Sena (Shinde faction)
Focused on development and employment opportunities.
BJP
Attempted to induct former Shiv Sena members to gain support.
Voter Preferences
Shiv Sena (Shinde faction)
Voters preferred development issues over political alliances.
BJP
Voters rejected BJP's 'divide and rule' strategy.
- Location
- Igatpuri, Nashik district
- Winning Party
- Shiv Sena (Shinde faction)
- Winning Candidate
- Shalini Khatale
- Defeated Candidates
- Madhu Mendhare (BJP), Shubhangi Dalvi (Mahavikas Aghadi)
- BJP's Strategy
- Inducted former Shiv Sena members Sanjay Indulkar and Naim Khan
- Key Issue
- Development and basic amenities
- Shinde's Promises
- Develop Igatpuri as a hill station, create employment opportunities, bring Mahindra project
Sources
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