Shiv Sena Secures 66 Seats in Maharashtra Civic Polls Without Contest

Raga News Zone | Politics Desk

In a significant political development, the Shiv Sena, along with its alliance partners, has won 66 seats unopposed in the ongoing Maharashtra civic body elections. The victory was confirmed after the deadline for withdrawal of nominations ended, even before voting could take place.

According to election officials, a large number of opposition candidates withdrew their nominations, clearing the way for uncontested wins by the ruling alliance. The results underline the strong organisational hold of Shiv Sena and its allies in several urban local bodies across the state, particularly in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

Political observers say the unopposed victories reflect both the fragmentation within the opposition and the strategic strength of the ruling alliance at the grassroots level. However, opposition parties have alleged pressure tactics, a claim that may draw attention from the State Election Commission.

With polling in other wards still scheduled, these early wins have given the ruling camp a clear psychological edge ahead of the remaining phases of the civic elections.

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