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Goyal Predicts 90% BJP-Sena Win in North Mumbai, Targets Thackeray

Union Minister Piyush Goyal has expressed supreme confidence in a landslide victory for the BJP-Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) alliance in the upcoming BMC elections, particularly in North Mumbai. He credited public satisfaction with the "triple-engine" government of PM Modi, CM Fadnavis, and Deputy CM Shinde for this anticipated win. Goyal launched a strong attack on former CM Uddhav Thackeray, accusing his administration of running the BMC with lethargy and misallocating development funds for decades. The elections for Mumbai and other municipal corporations in Maharashtra are set for January 15.

Key Points: Piyush Goyal Predicts BJP-Sena Sweep in Mumbai BMC Polls

  • BJP-Sena alliance confident of 90% win in North Mumbai
  • Goyal touts "triple-engine" govt of Modi, Fadnavis, Shinde
  • Sharp criticism of Uddhav Thackeray's BMC leadership
  • Allegations of fund misuse and lethargic governance
  • BMC polls scheduled for January 15
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Piyush Goyal predicts 90% win for BJP-Sena alliance in North Mumbai; targets Uddhav Thackarey

Union Minister Piyush Goyal forecasts over 90% win for BJP-Shiv Sena in North Mumbai's BMC elections, criticizes Uddhav Thackeray's leadership.

"The people of Mumbai are satisfied with the work of Prime Minister Modi, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde - Piyush Goyal"

Mumbai, January 11

Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday expressed confidence in the BJP-Shiv Sena victory in the upcoming BMC elections, saying they would win more than 90 per cent of the 42 seats in North Mumbai.

Goyal expressed strong confidence in the BJP-Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction) alliance, noting that Mumbai residents are satisfied with the governance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the current state government leaders.

He stressed that development and public trust in Mumbai align with the leadership of Prime Minister Modi and the current CM and Dy CM.

"The people of Mumbai are satisfied with the work of Prime Minister Modi, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde; they want a triple-engine government," said the Union Minister.

"The BJP-Shiv Sena alliance is going to achieve a resounding victory in the BMC. I hope that Mumbai will be known as an international city in the coming days and will progress rapidly. In every Mumbaikar's life, if development and trust are on anyone, it is on Prime Minister Modi, CM Devendra Fadnavis, and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde," he added.

Goyal further claimed that in North Mumbai, the alliance is prepared for a sweeping win, stating that over 90 per cent of the 42 seats there would go to the BJP-Shiv Sena.

"I am fully confident that in North Mumbai, more than 90 per cent of the 42 seats will go to the BJP-Shiv Sena. We will get votes in the direction of making Uttar-Mumbai, 'Uttam Mumbai'", he said, emphasising the goals of the alliance.

Taking aim at former CM Uddhav Thackeray, he strongly criticised the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) under his leadership. He described Thackeray's leadership as "lethargic" and noted that, when the BJP-led government came to power in Maharashtra, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis cancelled several civil contracts in favour of permanent solutions rather than temporary fixes.

The Union Minister alleged that funds allocated for sewage treatment plants were kept in fixed deposits for decades.

"Uddhav Thackeray ran the BMC for 30 years with lethargy. When our government came to power, Devendra Fadnavis cancelled all civil contracts because we wanted to find a permanent solution to the road conditions. The sewage treatment plant funds were kept for decades in a fixed deposit, but BMC had no genuine intention of using them for development," said Goyal.

Polling for 29 municipal corporation elections across the state, including Mumbai, Pune, and Pimpri-Chinchwad, will be held on January 15, with vote counting scheduled for January 16.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I support the current government's work, predicting 90% is a bit too optimistic, no? Mumbai's voters are smart and diverse. Let's focus on the work rather than just numbers. Hope the alliance lives up to the expectations they are setting.
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Suresh O
The allegations about sewage funds in FD are shocking if true. For 30 years? BMC needs complete transparency. This election is crucial for Mumbai's future. We need accountable leadership, not just political rhetoric.
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Ananya R
As a young Mumbaikar, I want to see my city become a true international hub. The focus should be on solving basic issues first - better roads, efficient waste management, and affordable housing. Hope whoever wins delivers on these.
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Michael C
Interesting to watch Mumbai's political dynamics. The confidence from the Union Minister is notable. The key will be translating this confidence into actual governance that improves daily life for all citizens.
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Karthik V
"Uttam Mumbai" from "Uttar Mumbai" is a good vision. North Mumbai has been neglected for too long. If this alliance can bring real development here, they will definitely get our votes. Actions speak louder than words, though.

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