Amidst speculation of a meeting between Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray, the Congress has decided to strategize for the Mumbai Municipal Corporation elections independently. A crucial meeting in this regard is proposed in Mumbai on July 7th.
Maharashtra Politics: A significant Congress meeting was held in Delhi, attended by party president Mallikarjun Kharge and Maharashtra in-charge Ramesh Chennithala, along with several senior leaders. The objective of this meeting was to discuss the strategy for the upcoming Mumbai Municipal Corporation elections. According to sources, the Congress is preparing to contest this election on its own.
Decisive Meeting in Mumbai on July 7th
It was decided in the meeting that another meeting will be held in Mumbai on July 7th, which will clarify whether the Congress will contest the Mumbai Municipal Corporation elections in alliance with the Maha Vikas Aghadi or independently. The party is currently preparing its future strategy, keeping several equations in mind.
Congress Fought Against Shiv Sena Last Time
Congress leaders believe that the party had fielded candidates against the Shiv Sena in the previous elections. Now, if the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance is formed again, it will be difficult for the Congress to adjust its seats. This is the reason why the party is considering contesting the elections alone, keeping its base and strategic advantages in mind.
Strong Grip of Congress in the Municipal Corporation
The meeting also discussed the fact that the Congress has a good ground presence in the Mumbai Municipal Corporation. The party's hold is considered b, especially among the migrant community. This is why the party is seriously considering the option of contesting the elections on its own.
Possible Proximity of Raj-Uddhav
Meanwhile, another major indication is being seen in Maharashtra's politics. The political equations between Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray and Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray seem to be changing. Representatives of both leaders are going to hold an important meeting on July 5th, in which the possible 'victory rally' will be discussed. This meeting is considered important because this is the first time since the separation of Uddhav and Raj Thackeray that leaders from both sides are going to discuss a strategy together.
Congress Strict on Alliance with MNS
The Congress has given a clear indication that if the Shiv Sena and MNS form an alliance, it will not be acceptable to the Congress. The party believes that the ideology of the MNS and its political style do not align with the values of the Congress. At the same time, the Congress has been in favor of giving representation to diverse social groups in Mumbai.
Strong Support Base of Congress
Congress leaders also say that the party's support base in a metropolis like Mumbai is still b. The Congress's acceptability has remained, especially in the North Indian, South Indian, and other migrant communities. Several local leaders of the party say that if the Congress contests the elections alone, it can perform better and can clearly convey its issues to the public.
Challenge of Shiv Sena and MNS
On the other hand, if Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS come on a single platform, it can be strategically challenging for the Congress. The possible proximity of both Thackeray leaders can not only unite the Marathi vote bank but also change the political landscape of Mumbai. However, the formal confirmation of this alliance has not yet been made.
Confusion in the Maha Vikas Aghadi
The Maha Vikas Aghadi includes the Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT), and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP-Sharad Pawar faction). But now that Raj Thackeray's party may potentially enter this equation, the Congress has to reconsider its strategy. In such a situation, it will be interesting to see what stance the Congress takes in the July 7th meeting.
