Archive · 18 Jan 2026
Shiv Sena's Katekar Couple Wins Six Consecutive Elections
Manoj Katekar and his wife Vandana Katekar have won six elections in a row in Bhiwandi.
They are the only husband-wife team to do this.
Manoj started in 1991 and has been winning ever since.
They focus on making their area better with roads, water, and cleanliness.
People trust them and keep voting for them.
Their office helps people with problems.
This is a big deal in local politics.
Manoj Katekar and his wife Vandana Katekar won six consecutive municipal elections in Bhiwandi.
They are the only husband-wife duo to achieve a 'double hat-trick' in Bhiwandi's civic history.
Manoj has been in politics for 35 years, starting in 1991 with the Shiv Sena.
Their success is attributed to sustained development work and strong public engagement.
Key development areas include RCC roads, drainage, pedestrian pathways, and sanitation.
- Who
- Manoj Katekar and Vandana Katekar
- What
- Won six consecutive municipal elections
- When
- Election dates not specified
- Where
- Kamatghar, Bhiwandi
- Why
- Due to sustained development work and public engagement
- Names
- Manoj Katekar and Vandana Katekar
- Party
- Shiv Sena
- Location
- Kamatghar, Bhiwandi
- Years in Politics
- 35 years
- Key Areas
- Kamatghar, Chaudhary Compound, Bharat Colony, Oswalwadi, Sai Prasanna Society, Ajmer Nagar
- Development Focus
- RCC roads, drainage, pedestrian pathways, street lighting, sanitation, drinking water, beautification