Mumbai: Maharashtra Revenue Minister and senior BJP leader Chandrashekhar Bawankule has cautioned party workers that their mobile phones and WhatsApp groups are being monitored ahead of the upcoming local body elections.
Speaking at a Diwali gathering in Bhandara, Bawankule urged party members to exercise restraint and maintain discipline, warning that even a minor mistake could have serious political repercussions.
“Everyone’s mobile phones and WhatsApp groups are under surveillance. Every word you speak is being monitored. A single wrong button on your phone can destroy the next five years,” Bawankule said.
The event was attended by several senior BJP leaders, including Guardian Minister Pankaj Bhoyar.
Warning Against Indiscipline and Public Outbursts
Bawankule reminded workers that discontent over ticket distribution should not lead to public statements or social media posts.
“If anyone rebels, the doors of leadership will be closed for them,” he warned, emphasizing that loyalty and discipline are crucial for the party’s image and success.
Unity Key to Electoral Success
Appealing for unity, the minister urged workers to prioritize the party’s collective goals over personal grievances.
“Your one wrong decision can ruin Bhandara’s future and damage the party. Don’t let a careless message or wrong click harm the development work being done under Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Prime Minister Narendra Modi,” he said.
Local Body Polls to Test Party Discipline
Maharashtra is preparing for long-delayed local body elections, including polls for municipal corporations, councils, zilla parishads, and panchayat samitis.
The elections, pending due to OBC reservation issues and ward delimitation, are expected to witness intense political competition. Bawankule’s warning appears aimed at curbing internal dissent and defection, ensuring the BJP presents a united and disciplined front in the upcoming polls.
