Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis dedicated his Diwali celebrations to rallying support for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Pune, focusing on ensuring party cohesion ahead of the assembly elections scheduled for early 2025. During his visit, Fadnavis engaged with party rebels and key office-bearers, aiming to solidify backing for the official candidates selected by the party.
Amidst the backdrop of ongoing internal conflicts due to the BJP’s alliances with the Shiv Sena and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), Fadnavis prioritized discussions with potential candidates vying for various assembly seats. Notably, former BJP corporator Sunny Nimhan had previously expressed interest in contesting for the Shivajinagar seat and had even sought a ticket from the Congress party. However, with Congress selecting Datta Bahirat as its candidate, Nimhan opted to stay with the BJP, encouraged by Fadnavis’s promise of a more significant role within the party.
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During his meetings, Fadnavis also visited the homes of aspiring candidates like Shrinath Bhimale and Amol Balwadkar, urging them to support the official party nominees. Bhimale praised Fadnavis’s visit, expressing gratitude for the guidance he received as a party member. “I will respect the party’s decision and work diligently for its success,” he stated.
Similarly, Balwadkar affirmed his commitment to the party’s chosen candidate in Kothrud after meeting with Fadnavis. To further strengthen party unity, Fadnavis summoned leaders from Western Maharashtra for strategic discussions, emphasizing the need for a united front in the upcoming elections.
Fadnavis’s proactive approach reflects the BJP’s commitment to unity and loyalty among members as it prepares for upcoming assembly elections.
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