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In a political upheaval, former Congress leader Sanjay Nirupam is poised to make a significant shift, with sources indicating his impending entry into Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena camp. There are murmurs that Nirupam might even contest from the Mumbai North West constituency under the Shiv Sena banner. This move comes in the wake of his expulsion from the Congress for six years, following allegations of indiscipline and making anti-party statements.
Expected Move to Shiv Sena: Sources suggest that Nirupam is likely to join Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena and may even contest from Mumbai North West constituency.
Reason for Expulsion: Nirupam’s expulsion came after he criticized the Congress leadership for allowing Shiv Sena to contest from Mumbai North West, a seat he was eyeing for the upcoming parliamentary polls.
Background: Nirupam, a former MP from Mumbai North, expressed dissatisfaction over the Congress’s decision to allow Shiv Sena to unilaterally field candidates in Mumbai without consultation.
Past Affiliation: Interestingly, Nirupam had previously quit Shiv Sena in 2005, making his potential return to the party a notable development.
Sanjay Nirupam’s expulsion from Congress and potential move to Shiv Sena reflect the shifting political dynamics in Maharashtra.
His decision to contest from Mumbai North West, if realized, could add intrigue to the electoral landscape in the region.
The expulsion underscores the challenges faced by political parties in maintaining unity and managing internal dissent.
Nirupam’s potential joining of Shiv Sena may have repercussions for both parties and could influence the political landscape in Maharashtra ahead of the upcoming elections.
