Congress's Satej Patil says BJP fielded his niece from Pune MLC seat to divide votes

Congress leader Satej Patil has alleged that the BJP deliberately fielded his niece as a candidate for the Pune MLC seat as a tactical move to divide opposition votes. Patil claimed the strategy was designed to weaken the MVA alliance's prospects in the election.

Patil said he would ensure the victory of the MVA candidate in the contest. The allegation highlights the ongoing political tension between the ruling coalition and the opposition ahead of the MLC elections in the state.