Setback for Uddhav Thackeray as Dipesh Mhatre decides to join BJP

Shiv Sena (UBT)’s Kalyan district president, Dipesh Mhatre, is switching to the BJP, a significant blow to Uddhav Thackeray and a boost for the ruling alliance. Mhatre, a three-time corporator from a prominent political family, cited national party affiliation as crucial for Kalyan-Dombivli’s development. His move is anticipated to reshape local political dynamics ahead of upcoming elections.