Mumbai, Dec 31 (NationPress) Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule expressed a strong belief that the MahaYuti, which includes the BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP, will achieve over 51 percent of the overall vote share across 29 municipal corporations.

Bawankule highlighted that the 51 percent target signifies a clear mandate for development.

He pointed out the 2029, 2035, and 2047 development plans for Mumbai, created by Devendra Fadnavis, insisting that the BJP's triumph will arise from these progressive visions, contrary to the “identity politics” employed by their opponents.

He claimed this vote share would lead to a substantial two-thirds majority, ensuring that all mayors of the 29 municipal corporations are from the MahaYuti.

Bawankule stated that the “Double Engine” government of PM Modi and Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has gained the public's trust, which will be reflected in these record-breaking figures.

“The MahaYuti is not merely aiming for victory; we aspire to dominate with over 51 percent of the public mandate. Regardless of whether we contest together or separately in certain areas, our aim is a decisive win for the pro-development coalition,” Bawankule remarked.

While pursuing the 51 percent target, Bawankule clarified the operational strategy of the alliance in regions where they are competing against one another. He noted that even in the 24 corporations of the 29 municipal corporations where MahaYuti partners are contesting individually, their combined vote share is anticipated to surpass the 51 percent threshold, effectively sidelining the opposition (MVA).

He suggested that despite local contests, the partners remain committed to the MahaYuti framework at the state level and are likely to unite to form the local government (appointing Mayors) after the results are in.

“Our main objective is the development of Maharashtra’s cities. If local dynamics necessitate separate contests to ensure better representation for the populace, we will proceed without compromising our state-level unity,” Bawankule emphasized.

Bawankule utilized the 51 percent goal to illustrate the strength of the MahaYuti compared to the “declining” state of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA).

He asserted that the MVA is functioning with a “defeated mindset” and that internal strife among the Congress, Sharad Pawar, and Thackeray factions has rendered them incapable of confronting the MahaYuti’s solidified support base.

Bawankule dismissed the potential UBT-MNS alliance in Mumbai as “emotional politics,” asserting that voters will favor the BJP’s “Development Blueprint” over emotional narratives.