Shiv Sena's Internal Strife Intensifies Over Mahim Candidate

Sadanand Sarvnakar, a Shiv Sena candidate for Mahim, appeals to Raj Thackeray not to withdraw from the race where Amit Thackeray, MNS chief's son, contests. Amidst support from the BJP for Amit, Sarvnakar remains firm, highlighting Shiv Sena's internal tensions and loyalty dynamics.

Sadanand Sarvnakar, Shiv Sena's Mahim candidate, has urged Raj Thackeray to reconsider his participation in the election battle in which Thackeray's son Amit is also vying. Sarvnakar, with a 40-year tenure at Shiv Sena and three-time MLA, feels injustice as BJP backs Amit.

He recalls Bal Thackeray's era, valuing loyalty over familial ties, citing Eknath Shinde's decision not to advance his son in politics, and urges support for himself amidst Shiv Sena's internal loyalties. Fadnavis, Maharashtra Deputy CM, seeks a resolution as both BJP and Shiv Sena coax Sarvnakar to step down.

Fadnavis highlights BJP's preference for Amit Thackeray while addressing internal challenges during the Nov 20 polls, acknowledging resistance in party ranks and commitment to resolving disputes. MNS's past Lok Sabha alignment with BJP complicates the Mahim electoral contest.

(With inputs from agencies.)