BJP rebel stuns Mahayuti, defeats Sena nominee in Nashik council polls
BJP rebel Gokul Gite won the Nashik legislative council election, defeating the official candidate from the ruling Mahayuti alliance. The result has caused internal friction within the Shiv Sena and raised questions about the stability of the ruling coalition.
Why it matters
This upset victory highlights internal discord within Maharashtra's ruling alliance and potential shifts in local political power dynamics.
Top Stories News Business Cricket Movies Sports Get ahead Home News BJP rebel stuns Mahayuti, defeats Sena nominee in Nashik council polls BJP rebel stuns Mahayuti, defeats Sena nominee in Nashik council polls Source: PTI - Edited By: Hemant Waje Updated: June 22, 2026 16:45 IST 5 Minutes Read Summarize this --> Listen to this article Share this Article x In a significant upset for Maharashtra's ruling alliance, BJP rebel Gokul Gite secured a surprising victory in the Nashik legislative council elections, defeating the Shiv Sena's official candidate amidst allegations of foul play and internal party discord.
The article reports on the election results and the reactions of the involved parties without taking a side.
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