The Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) state president, Chandrashekhar Bawankule, has unveiled a strategic plan to appoint 48 Muslim leaders to spearhead the party’s Lok Sabha campaign across Maharashtra. This move is aimed at engaging the Muslim community and communicating the government’s initiatives effectively. Bawankule believes this outreach effort will significantly bolster the BJP’s support among Muslim voters in the state.
Pune served as the backdrop for Bawankule’s announcement, where he highlighted the increasing affinity of the Muslim community toward Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The community acknowledges India’s progress under Modi’s leadership, and Bawankule expects this sentiment to translate into substantial support for the BJP. He also commended the collaborative decision-making of the grand alliance government, emphasizing that national interest remains paramount for all government members, transcending political affiliations.
Bawankule also addressed the ongoing disqualification hearing of Shiv Sena MLAs, slated to be conducted before the Assembly Speaker, with lawyers from the UBT group representing the case. He expressed confidence in the fairness of the proceedings under the capable legal representation, particularly praising the skills of lawyer Rahul Narvekar.
Another noteworthy development is the unanimous decision in an all-party meeting to grant reservation to the Maratha community in a separate category, a move supported by the entire government, including Chief Minister Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. This step was taken to end the hunger strike of Manoj Jarange, highlighting the government’s commitment to addressing important community concerns.
Bawankule also praised Raver Lok Sabha Constituency MP Raksha Khadse for her exceptional work under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership. Her strong local ties and dedication to implementing government programs in her constituency are expected to secure her a substantial victory, with over two lakh votes, regardless of her opponent.
Furthermore, Bawankule raised questions about Uddhav Thackeray’s alignment with Udayanidhi Stalin’s statement and its potential implications for the alliance. He pondered whether Thackeray would consider leaving the INDIA alliance if he did not align with the statement. Bawankule also delved into the concept of Hindutva and its potential impact on the political landscape.
