Ganesh Naik Stirs Controversy with 'Lottery' Remark on Eknath Shinde

Maharashtra Forest Minister Ganesh Naik sparked controversy by claiming Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde won a 'lottery' to become chief minister. Naik plans a janta darbar in Shinde's Thane district. He also alleged resource exploitation in Navi Mumbai, previously accusing Shinde of such practices.

Maharashtra Forest Minister and BJP MLA Ganesh Naik has ignited a political controversy by suggesting that Shiv Sena's Eknath Shinde won a 'lottery' to secure his chief ministerial position in 2022.

Naik plans to host a janta darbar in Thane district, Shinde's political stronghold, emphasizing that public perception is focused on how leaders attain and keep their roles.

This isn't Naik's first critique of Shinde, following past allegations of mismanagement of Navi Mumbai's resources.

(With inputs from agencies.)