The Shiv Sena (UBT) made a significant stride in its electoral preparations by unveiling its inaugural list of 16 candidates from Maharashtra for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Scheduled to commence in seven phases from April 19, the announcement underscores the party’s strategic maneuvering as it gears up for the electoral battle ahead.
Among the prominent names featured in the list, former Union minister Anant Geete has been nominated to contest from the Raigad constituency, while Arvind Sawant has been fielded from the South Mumbai seat. The selection of these seasoned politicians reflects the party’s commitment to presenting formidable contenders in key electoral battlegrounds.
The roster further includes:
- Rajan Vichare for the Thane seat
- Amol Kirtikar for the Mumbai North-West seat
- Sanjay Patil for the Mumbai North-East seat
- Narendra Khedekar for Buldhana
- Sanjay Deshmukh for Yavatmal-Vashim
- Sanjog Waghere-Patil for Mawal
- Chandrahar Patil for Sangli
- Nagesh Patil Ashtikar for Hingoli
- Chandrakant Khaire for Sambhajinagar
- Omraje Nimbalkar for Dharashiv
- Bhausaheb Waghchaure for Shirdi
- Rajabhau Waje for Nashik
- Vinayak Raut for Sindhudurg-Ratnagiri
The comprehensive lineup underscores Shiv Sena’s concerted efforts to bolster its electoral prospects across diverse constituencies in Maharashtra. With seasoned campaigners at the forefront, the party aims to consolidate its support base and secure a formidable presence in the Lok Sabha.
As the political landscape continues to evolve, Shiv Sena’s nomination choices will likely shape the dynamics of the impending electoral contest, with each candidate poised to champion the party’s agenda and aspirations for Maharashtra’s development and progress.