Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024: In a major political shift, Shaina NC, a prominent spokesperson of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has been included in the Shiv Sena's third list of candidates for the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections. She will contest from the Mumbadevi seat in Mumbai, a stronghold of the Congress party.
- Shaina NC entered politics in 2004 and joined the BJP, where she has served as national spokesperson, member of the national executive council and treasurer of the Maharashtra unit of the BJP.
- She is also recognized for her social initiatives through charity fashion shows and two NGOs: 'I Love Mumbai' and 'Giants Welfare Foundation'.
- Shaina NC held the Guinness Book of World Record for draping a sari (sari) in fifty-four different ways. It was taken up by Dolly Jain, who now holds the world record of draping a sari in 325 styles.
Maharashtra Election: Mumbadevi Contest
In Mumbadevi constituency, Shaina NC will contest against sitting Congress MLA Amin Patel, who has represented the area since 2009. Although Shaina NC has switched parties, she remains allied with the Mahayuti alliance for the elections scheduled for November 20.
Maharashtra polls: Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena announces third list
Shiv Sena leader Prime Minister Eknath Shinde announced the latest list of candidates, including Sanjana Jadhav, daughter of former Union minister and BJP leader Raosaheb Danve. Jadhav will contest from Kannad in Aurangabad district, currently held by Udaysing Rajput of the Shiv Sena (UBT), led by former Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray.
The third list of candidates was released just before the nomination deadline, with the Shiv Sena part of the ruling Mahayuti coalition, which also includes the BJP and the NCP, led by Deputy Prime Minister Ajit Pawar. Of the 15 seats announced, two have been allotted to regional allies of the BJP-led NDA, namely Jansurajya Paksh and the Rajarshi Shahu Vikas Aghadi.
As the state prepares for the crucial elections, Shaina NC's entry into the fray marks a notable development in Maharashtra's political landscape. Elections for the 288-member assembly will take place on November 20, with results announced three days later.