Rajan Teli Quits BJP, Joins Shiv Sena (UBT) Ahead of Maharashtra Elections 2024
Rajan Teli, a senior BJP leader from Sindhudurg district, has quit the party and is set to join the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) ahead of the Maharashtra assembly elections in 2024. Teli's move comes as a significant setback to the BJP, especially
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Teli had been serving as the BJP’s in-charge for the Sawantwadi assembly constituency. He claimed that he had worked diligently for the party for the past 10 years, as reported by news agency PTI. However, Teli expressed deep dissatisfaction with his position within the BJP, particularly after Narayan Rane, the Ratnagiri-Sindhudurg MP and former Union minister, along with his family, joined the party.
Teli criticized the concentration of political power within a single family, a practice he found increasingly problematic. He also hinted at internal tensions over ticket distribution, particularly regarding the idea of awarding both Lok Sabha and assembly seats to the Rane family. Reports suggest that Nilesh Rane, Narayan Rane’s son, might switch to the Shiv Sena faction led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde to contest the upcoming assembly elections on November 20.
Meanwhile, Nitesh Rane, the MLA from Kankavali, is likely to be re-nominated from his constituency. This move by the Rane family has further fueled the internal strife within the BJP, leading to Teli’s decision to quit and join the Shiv Sena (UBT).
The political landscape in the Konkan region is becoming increasingly contentious. In the 2019 elections, the undivided Shiv Sena had a strong presence in this coastal belt. However, the party's split has created a 'Sena vs. Sena' contest, with Eknath Shinde’s faction aligning with the BJP to form the Mahayuti alliance.
Despite some strategic gains for the Mahayuti alliance, pressing local issues such as unemployment and displacement are likely to influence voter choices, making the upcoming elections highly unpredictable. Teli, who was previously associated with the undivided Shiv Sena, is expected to add to the shifting dynamics by joining Uddhav Thackeray’s camp.
The battle for power in Maharashtra is intense, with both the Mahayuti and the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) vying for control of the Varsha bungalow, the official residence of the Chief Minister. Voting for the 288 assembly seats in Maharashtra will take place on November 20 in a single phase, and the results will be announced on November 23.
Teli’s decision to quit the BJP and join the Shiv Sena (UBT) is a significant development that could impact the political equations in the run-up to the 2024 assembly elections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Rajan Teli quit the BJP?
Rajan Teli quit the BJP due to dissatisfaction with his position within the party, particularly after the entry of Narayan Rane and his family, which led to a concentration of political power and internal tensions over ticket distribution.
Which party is Rajan Teli joining?
Rajan Teli is joining the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT).
What role did Rajan Teli play in the BJP?
Rajan Teli served as the BJP’s in-charge for the Sawantwadi assembly constituency in Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, and had been with the party for the past 10 years.
What is the significance of the Konkan region in the Maharashtra elections?
The Konkan region includes 75 of the 288 assembly seats in Maharashtra and is a crucial battleground. The undivided Shiv Sena had a stronghold in this coastal belt, but the party's split has created a 'Sena vs. Sena' contest, making it a key area for both the Mahayuti and MVA alliances.
When are the Maharashtra assembly elections taking place?
Voting for the 288 assembly seats in Maharashtra will take place on November 20, and the results will be announced on November 23.
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