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India Rejects China Claims: Shaksgam Valley Row Sparks Political & Diplomatic Tension

January 13, 2026

The upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections have become a battleground for political factions in Maharashtra, particularly between the Thackeray brothers and the BJP led by Devendra Fadnavis. Analysts suggest that the Thackerays face an existential challenge to maintain their influence in Mumbai, while the BJP aims to solidify its position among Marathi voters, who now constitute about a third of the city's population.

India Rejects China Claims: Shaksgam Valley Row Sparks Political & Diplomatic Tension

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Key Highlights

BMC elections are seen as critical for the political future of the Thackeray brothers.
The Marathi-speaking population in Mumbai is approximately 32-34%.
Devendra Fadnavis is positioned as a key figure representing development for the BJP.
There is concern that focusing on Marathi identity may alienate non-Marathi and Muslim voters.
The election narrative is shifting between local issues and broader national themes.

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India Rejects China Claims: Shaksgam Valley Row Sparks Political & Diplomatic Tension

Key Highlights

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