Congress to Support MVA Candidate in Maharashtra Legislative Council Elections
Congress decides to not contest Maharashtra Legislative Council polls; to support MVA candidate
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The Congress party in Maharashtra has decided not to contest the upcoming Legislative Council elections on May 12, 2026, and will instead support the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) candidate, Ambadas Danve, following a meeting with MVA leaders at Uddhav Thackeray's residence. This decision aims to strengthen the alliance within the opposition.
- 01Congress will not field a candidate for the Maharashtra Legislative Council elections.
- 02The decision was made during a meeting at Uddhav Thackeray's residence.
- 03Ambadas Danve from Shiv Sena (UBT) is the designated candidate for the MVA.
- 04The elections are scheduled for May 12, 2026.
- 05The collaboration aims to consolidate opposition strength in Maharashtra.
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On April 30, 2026, the Congress party, a member of the opposition coalition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) in Maharashtra, announced it will not contest the Legislative Council elections scheduled for May 12, 2026. This decision follows a meeting at the residence of Uddhav Thackeray, leader of Shiv Sena (UBT) and former Chief Minister of Maharashtra. The Shiv Sena (UBT) had previously declared its leader, Ambadas Danve, as its candidate for the elections, and he has already filed his nomination. By choosing not to field a candidate, Congress aims to support Danve and strengthen the opposition coalition, avoiding a split in votes among alliance partners. This strategic move reflects the MVA's commitment to unity in the face of upcoming elections.
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This decision could enhance the chances of the MVA candidate winning the election, thereby consolidating opposition power in Maharashtra.
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