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'Bengal Will Now See A River Of Development': PM Narendra Modi In Malda

January 17, 2026

Following the recent Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, Eknath Shinde's faction of the Shiv Sena has moved all 29 newly elected corporators to a hotel amid concerns about potential poaching. The Shinde faction is negotiating with the BJP for a 50-50 power-sharing arrangement, including a demand for the Mayor's position for 2.5 years, which aligns with Balasaheb Thackeray's upcoming birth centenary.

'Bengal Will Now See A River Of Development': PM Narendra Modi In Malda

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Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena secured 29 seats in the BMC elections.
All corporators have been relocated to Taj Lands End hotel due to poaching fears.
The BJP won 89 seats in the BMC elections.
Shinde's faction is negotiating for a 50-50 power-sharing deal with the BJP.
They are seeking the Mayor's post for 2.5 years to coincide with Balasaheb Thackeray's centenary.

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'Bengal Will Now See A River Of Development': PM Narendra Modi In Malda

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