Kothrud, a bustling assembly constituency in Pune, is gearing up for a three-way political showdown as the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray faction) has announced its candidate for the upcoming elections. Former MLA Chandrakant Mokate will be representing Shiv Sena in the race, putting an end to speculations that former BJP corporator Amol Balavadkar would be in the running.
The BJP had already named Higher and Technical Education Minister Chandrakant Patil as its candidate for the Kothrud seat, setting the stage for a fierce competition. With MNS’s Kishore Shinde also in the mix, Kothrud residents can expect a closely contested battle for their votes.
Chandrakant Mokate, a seasoned politician with experience as a corporator and Deputy Mayor of Pune Municipal Corporation, is no stranger to the political arena. Having previously represented Kothrud as an MLA from 2009 to 2014, Mokate is making a comeback after choosing not to contest in the 2019 elections.
The unexpected announcement of Mokate as Shiv Sena’s candidate by Uddhav Thackeray has added an interesting twist to the electoral race in Kothrud. As the candidates gear up for campaigning, residents can look forward to engaging debates and promises of development in the constituency.
With the battle lines drawn, Kothrud is set to witness a lively and competitive election season, with each candidate vying for the support of the electorate. Stay tuned for more updates on the political landscape in Kothrud as the election date draws near.
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