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BJP rebel candidate beats Sena nominee in Nashik
Published 22 June 2026 ยท politics
Synopsis A significant upset in Maharashtra's legislative council elections saw BJP rebel Gokul Gite clinch the Nashik district local governing body seat, defeating the ruling
Synopsis A significant upset in Maharashtra's legislative council elections saw BJP rebel Gokul Gite clinch the Nashik district local governing body seat, defeating the ruling Shiv Sena's nominee Narendra Darade. Gite secured a decisive victory by 109 votes, defying expectations and causing consternation among ruling party leaders. This outcome highlights internal party dynamics and the impact of independent candidates challenging established alliances.
Published: June 22, 2026 โข 11:18 AM IST ยท Updated: June 22, 2026 โข 12:08 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis A significant upset in Maharashtra's legislative council elections saw BJP rebel Gokul Gite clinch the Nashik district local governing body seat, defeating the ruling Shiv Sena's nominee Narendra Darade.
Gite secured a decisive victory by 109 votes, defying expectations and causing consternation among ruling party leaders.
This outcome highlights internal party dynamics and the impact of independent candidates challenging established alliances.