Congress gambit to go solo in BMC polls reshapes Opposition contest in Mumbai

The Congress has opted to contest the BMC elections independently, fracturing the opposition and creating a multi-cornered battle. Citing ideological differences with the Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS alliance, the party aims to consolidate minority, Dalit, and migrant votes by focusing on local issues and its secular image. This bold move carries significant risks for the Congress's future in Maharashtra.