4,000 Workers Set to Join BJP, Jarange Patil’s Warning Stirs Maharashtra Politics
Maharashtra Political Update: Political activity in the state has intensified again after local body elections, with party defections, protest warnings, and sharp exchanges bringing Maharashtra politics back into the spotlight. A major influx into the BJP, a renewed warning from Maratha activist Manoj Jarange Patil, questions over aviation action, controversy in Malegaon, and increasing entries into the Shinde faction are among the key developments shaping the current political landscape.
4,000 Workers Likely to Join BJP
In a significant political development in Hingoli district, the faction led by Sharad Pawar is expected to face a setback. Atish Dandegaonkar, son of former minister Jayaprakash Dandegaonkar, has decided to join the BJP along with nearly 4,000 supporters. He recently led a major show of strength in Hingoli and headed to Mumbai with a large convoy. His formal induction is expected to take place in the presence of state BJP president Ravindra Chavan, potentially reshaping local political equations.
Manoj Jarange Patil Warns of Hunger Strike
Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil has issued a fresh warning of an indefinite hunger strike starting in June, creating unease within the ruling Mahayuti alliance. He has accused the government of delays in issuing Kunbi caste certificates and has set a deadline for action. If demands are not met, he has warned of intensified agitation, including a possible march to Mumbai by members of the Maratha community.
Amol Mitkari Questions DGCA Action
Following the aviation incident involving Ajit Pawar, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) grounded four aircraft belonging to a private company. MLA Amol Mitkari has questioned the timing of the action, asking why alleged lapses were identified only after the accident. He has demanded a thorough investigation and warned of protests if strict action is not taken.
Namaz Controversy at Malegaon Municipal Office
A video showing a group offering namaz inside the electricity department office of the Malegaon Municipal Corporation went viral on social media, triggering political reactions. BJP leader Kirit Somaiya has demanded strict action from the state government, saying public offices should not be used for such activities. The incident has sparked debate and political tension in the region.
Influx into Shinde Faction Gains Momentum
After the completion of Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections, several leaders and workers from different parties have joined the Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction. Leaders from Congress, NCP, Sambhaji Brigade, and MNS from districts like Nanded and Ahilyanagar have switched sides. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde welcomed the entrants and expressed confidence that the party organization would grow stronger.
These developments indicate shifting political alignments and rising activity across Maharashtra. With defections, protests, and local controversies intensifying, the state’s political landscape is expected to remain dynamic in the coming months.
