Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut blamed the Congress for the “mess”, saying it should be “ashamed” for failing to assume power in Chandrapur despite emerging as the single largest party. The Congress retaliated in similar language and demanded clarity from its ally

The backing of the Shiv Sena (UBT) group proved decisive for BJP in a House with finely balanced numbers. The mayoral poll saw hectic political negotiations and last-minute realignments, with every single vote proving critical