Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a grand roadshow in Ghatkopar today in support of Mihir Kotecha, BJP's candidate for Mumbai North East. As the 2024 Lok Sabha battle progresses into its fifth and final phase for Maharashtra, the roadshow is expected to show the party's strength in countering the Maha Vikas Agadhi alliance. Kotecha has urged the people of Mumbai to join in large numbers to witness the event and meet PM Modi, whom he describes as the harbinger of development and the leader of the era.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal has submitted his nomination papers for the Mumbai North Lok Sabha seat, accompanied by Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Goyal is contesting the Lok Sabha poll for the first time and is currently the Leader of House in the Rajya Sabha. CM Shinde has expressed confidence in Goyal's victory, highlighting the work done by the state government and the central government in the last two years. The ruling alliance in Maharashtra, 'Mahayuti', comprising Shiv Sena, BJP, and NCP, is expected to win all six Lok Sabha seats in Mumbai.
Ujjwal Nikam, a renowned lawyer famous for his role in cases like 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks and Kasab's execution, is all set to enter the world of politics after being named as the BJP's candidate for the Mumbai North Central Lok Sabha seat. Despite having no political background, Nikam is confident of winning the election. Known for his in-depth arguments and success in criminal cases, Nikam believes in a strong and independent judiciary and transparency in the appointment of judges.
In preparation for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra, Prakash Ambedkar's political party Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi has released a list of candidates, including Parmeshwar Ashok Ranshoor from Mumbai North West and Daulat Kader Khan from Mumbai North East. Despite failing to form an alliance with other major political parties in the state, Ambedkar has expressed interest in collaborating with Congress and other deprived communities in the upcoming assembly elections. However, Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi has yet to win a single seat in past elections.
With the Lok Sabha polls drawing closer, the BJP has decided to field prominent lawyer Ujjwal Nikam as their candidate from Mumbai North Central constituency. Nikam, who has gained widespread recognition for his role as the prosecutor in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack case, is expected to attract a large number of votes for the BJP. This move has caused a buzz among political circles, with many lauding the party's decision. Stay updated on the latest developments in Indian politics by following us on Facebook and Twitter.
In a surprising move, the BJP has decided to drop Poonam Mahajan, their sitting MP, for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Mumbai North Central constituency. The party has instead chosen to field Ujjwal Nikam, a prominent special public prosecutor, sparking controversy and speculation over the decision. Some cite anti-incumbency as the reason for the change, while others point to the need for a Marathi candidate to balance out the non-Marathi contenders fielded by the party. This decision by the BJP comes just 48 hours after the Congress announced their candidate for the constituency.
In a surprising move, the BJP has replaced incumbent Lok Sabha MP Poonam Mahajan with renowned lawyer Ujjwal Deorao Nikam as its candidate for the Mumbai North Central seat. Known for his involvement in high-profile cases, Nikam has previously served as a government counsel in the Mumbai terror attack case. Mahajan, who is the daughter of late BJP leader Pramod Mahajan and a former president of the party's youth wing, has held the constituency since 2014.
After much speculation, Union Minister Piyush Goyal has officially announced his candidacy for the Lok Sabha elections from the Mumbai North constituency. Goyal, who currently serves as the Railway Minister and Coal Minister, has been a prominent figure in the Indian government and is expected to face tough competition in this highly-contested seat. Stay tuned for updates on Goyal's campaign as the polls near.
As Mumbai sees a spike in temperatures and the Congress party facing internal turmoil, the Shiv Sena has agreed to give up the Mumbai North seat to the Congress for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. This decision was made after weeks of uncertainty and differences between the two parties. Meanwhile, the Bombay High Court has granted bail to the HDIL promoters in a money laundering case related to the alleged Rs 4000 crore fraud in Punjab and Maharashtra Cooperative Bank.
After being expelled for six years from the party, Sanjay Nirupam has slammed the Congress, stating that its outdated leaders have lost touch with reality and have no future. He also expressed disappointment over not being given a ticket from Mumbai North West. Nirupam, a former Shiv Sena leader, has had a controversial and ambitious political career, with this incident being the latest in a series of sensational statements. However, despite his dissent, he has declared his intent to contest in the upcoming election.