Suresh Dhanorkar: Dhanorkar-Andhare Open Spat Deepens Chandrapur MVA Rift A public clash between Congress MP Pratibha Dhanorkar and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sushma Andhare has intensified the existing tensions within the MVA alliance in Chandrapur, exposing deepening divisions over political strategies and municipal governance. The confrontation, which erupted during a women’s empowerment rally, saw Andhare warn Congress of potential electoral consequences if the Shiv Sena (UBT) is sidelined in the Chandrapur Municipal Corporation. She accused opponents of attempting to block the Sena’s influence, vowing retaliation if their efforts to marginalize the party succeed. “Those who tried to block our path will find their own path blocked,” she said, signaling a readiness to challenge Congress’s dominance in the civic body. The dispute follows a recent shift in the municipal corporation’s power dynamics, where an unexpected alliance between the BJP, Shiv Sena (UBT), and Independents allowed the Sena to secure key positions, including deputy mayor and standing committee chairperson. Andhare defended the move, stating that her party was forced to alter its strategy after failed coordination within the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance. She claimed the decision was necessary to counter alleged defections and horse-trading among corporators, which she argued threatened the Sena’s interests. The remarks were interpreted as a direct jab at Dhanorkar, who was reportedly opposed to allocating critical roles to the UBT faction. This impasse, she claimed, created an opening for the BJP’s tactical intervention. In response, Dhanorkar escalated the conflict, questioning Andhare’s credibility and accusing her of pursuing opportunistic politics.#maha_vikas_aghadi #pratibha_dhanorkar #sushma_andhare #shiv_sena_uba #chandrapur_municipal_corporation
