Mumbai: In the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections, the Worli constituency has become a key battleground, with prominent candidates Aaditya Thackeray from the Shiv Sena (UBT) and Milind Deora from the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction vying for victory. Thackeray, a well-known figure and son of former Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, recently filed his nomination and expressed confidence in securing the people’s blessings for another term. He emphasized the positive atmosphere in the constituency, stating, “I am very confident that the people will bless me because we are about to form a government in Maharashtra for sure”.
Milind Deora, currently a Rajya Sabha MP and a former three-time MP from South Mumbai, was announced as the candidate for Worli just a day after Thackeray submitted his nomination. Deora’s candidacy is significant, given that the constituency was previously a stronghold for Thackeray, who won in 2019 by a considerable margin of over 67,000 votes. The 2024 elections, set for November 20, will see both candidates navigate the complexities of local issues and party dynamics as they seek to secure votes.
In a recent assessment, Thackeray’s performance as an MLA received mixed reviews, ranking him 29th in a legislative audit, indicating a gap between his popularity and his legislative engagement. However, he has been proactive in local initiatives, including infrastructure improvements and community projects. In contrast, Deora’s campaign strategy focuses on addressing the long-standing issues in Worli, particularly the redevelopment of old buildings and the completion of slum rehabilitation projects, which have faced delays for decades.
Sandeep Deshpande from the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) also enters the race, advocating for change and emphasizing local concerns, including inadequate infrastructure and the need for better education facilities. As the election date approaches, both Thackeray and Deora must effectively address the pressing needs of Worli’s diverse community while appealing to the electorate’s sentiments regarding past performances and future promises.
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