Mumbai : With the term of Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Ambadas Danve as the Leader of Opposition in the Maharashtra Legislative Council ending on Wednesday, political arithmetic has shifted decisively. The Congress, now boasting the largest number of MLCs—seven compared to Shiv Sena (UBT)’s six and RSP’s three—is poised to claim the position .
Key developments:
Post vacant: Danve’s departure has left the Leader of Opposition post open.
Congress advantage: As the largest opposition party, Congress holds a clear numerical upper hand .
Potential candidates: Names under discussion include Sattej (Bunty) Patil, the current Congress group leader in the Council, and Rajesh Rathod, another prominent Congress MLC .
Shiv Sena (UBT) stance: It remains uncertain whether the Thackeray faction will contest the claim, though current numbers suggest otherwise .
Political dynamics ahead: All eyes are on whether Congress will formally appoint one of the frontrunners and secure approval from the Council chair.
Stay tuned as the Congress solidifies its bid to lead the opposition in the upper house.
