Archive · 23 Dec 2025
Kharghar Colony Forum Aligns with MVA
The Kharghar Colony Forum in Navi Mumbai has decided not to run independent candidates in the upcoming elections.
Instead, they will join the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance.
Lina Garad, a key figure in the forum, had initially considered running independently but changed her mind after discussions with senior leaders.
There is speculation that Madhu Patil, another prominent figure, might run as a BJP candidate.
The forum had previously been vocal against the ruling BJP, especially on property tax issues.
Political observers think this decision could help the MVA in the elections, but there are doubts about how much influence the forum will have since many voters in the area are not local.
Kharghar Colony Forum drops plan to field independent candidates, aligns with MVA.
Lina Garad, a key figure, decided to stay with MVA after senior leaders' intervention.
Madhu Patil, a prominent developer, is speculated to contest as a BJP candidate.
Forum had previously opposed BJP, particularly on property tax issues.
Political observers believe the decision could strengthen MVA's prospects in Kharghar.
- Who
- Kharghar Colony Forum, Lina Garad, Madhu Patil
- What
- Kharghar Colony Forum drops independent poll plan, aligns with MVA
- When
- Recent decision, specific dates not mentioned
- Where
- Kharghar, Navi Mumbai
- Why
- Intervention by senior party leaders, dissatisfaction with political position
- Organization
- Kharghar Colony Forum
- Political Alliance
- Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA)
- Key Figure
- Lina Garad
- Previous Election Performance
- 43,504 votes in 2024 Assembly elections
- Potential BJP Candidate
- Madhu Patil
- Ward in Focus
- Kharghar ward number 4
- Non-local Voters
- 60%