Congress Rebels Contest as Independents in Key MVA Constituencies
Disappointed with MVA seat distribution, Congress rebels file nominations against official candidates in Mumbai, Pune, Thane, Nashik, and other key constituencies. They rely on local support and are confident of winning.
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In Byculla, former Congress MLA Madhu Chavan is contesting as an independent against Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Manoj Jamsutkar. According to The Times of India, Chavan filed an affidavit as a Congress candidate and another as an independent. He clarified that the move was not a rebellion but a way to express his disappointment over the seat being given to the UBT. Chavan stated, “At the last moment, the ticket went to Shiv Sena (UBT) which fielded Manoj Jamsutkar. He is a traitor who left our party during the last election at a crucial time. Our workers were upset with him. To respect their emotions, I decided to register my protest.”
The Congress leadership had advised the cadre to prepare for potential 'friendly' contests due to confusion over seat-sharing arrangements. However, the final decision left many party workers and leaders disillusioned.
Other notable Congress rebels include Raju Pednekar, Rajendra Mulak, Hemlata Patil, and Kiran Kale. Raju Pednekar, a former Congress corporator, has filed his nomination from the Versova assembly constituency against SS (UBT)'s Harun Khan. Pednekar expressed confidence, saying, “I am confident of winning this seat. People are with me.”
In Ramtek, Rajendra Mulak has filed his nomination as an independent against Shiv Sena (UBT)'s nominee Vishal Barbate. The discontent extends to Nashik and Igatpuri, where party workers have decided not to campaign for official MVA nominees.
Congress' Hemlata Patil has filed a nomination as an independent from the Nashik Central seat against Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Vasantrao Gite. In Igatpuri, party workers are upset as they hoped a local candidate would be fielded, but the party has instead fielded Laki Jadhav.
In Ahmednagar City, Congress' Kiran Kale has filed her nomination as an independent candidate against NCP (SP)'s Abhishek Kalamkar. These independent candidacies highlight the internal struggles within the Congress and the MVA alliance, reflecting the complex dynamics of regional politics in Maharashtra.
The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) is a political alliance in Maharashtra formed by the Indian National Congress (INC), Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), and the Shiv Sena (UBT). The alliance aims to provide a strong opposition to the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its allies. However, the internal disagreements over seat distribution have led to ruptures within the alliance, with key leaders and workers taking matters into their own hands by contesting as independents.
Despite the setbacks, the rebels believe that their deep-rooted connections and local support will ensure their victory in the upcoming elections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are Congress rebels contesting as independents?
Congress rebels are contesting as independents due to their dissatisfaction with the MVA's seat distribution, particularly the allocation of seats to Shiv Sena (UBT) candidates. They believe they have strong local support and are confident of winning.
Who is Madhu Chavan and why is he contesting as an independent?
Madhu Chavan is a former Congress MLA from Byculla. He is contesting as an independent against Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Manoj Jamsutkar to protest the seat allocation and show support for his party workers who are upset with Jamsutkar, who left the Congress during the last election.
What is the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA)?
The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) is a political alliance in Maharashtra formed by the Indian National Congress (INC), Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), and the Shiv Sena (UBT). The alliance aims to challenge the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its allies.
Which other constituencies are seeing independent Congress candidates?
Besides Byculla, independent Congress candidates are contesting in Versova, Ramtek, Nashik Central, Igatpuri, and Ahmednagar City. These candidates are challenging Shiv Sena (UBT) and NCP (SP) nominees.
How are party workers reacting to the MVA's seat distribution?
Party workers in multiple constituencies, including Nashik and Igatpuri, are upset and have decided not to campaign for official MVA nominees. They feel their concerns about local representation have been ignored.
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