Results of Maharashtra Municipal Elections - Premonition to Politicians

The latest Municipal Elections have sprung up the lessons for every political party. 

If you think that the results of the elections of Maharashtra Local government bodies lead us to the conclusion that it is Advantage Shivsena-BJP, it is not entirely accurate.

First and foremost, they are winners by very small margin and no surprises, MNS is fast catching up. Sure Shivsena-BJP retained their power in Mumbai, Thane, Nagpur, Akola and other municipal corporations.

But there is underlying theme or facts to ponder on for the this alliance of 20 odd years. 

Shivsena-BJP should think about the fact that their electoral foundation should retain the strength. The alliance once on the brink of disintegration, would do well if, with the help from RPI, they concentrate more for the 2014 State Assembly Elections.  

It is ignored, however, the high-quality performance of MNS is unexpected, even to their charismatic leader.

MNS is second largest in Pune, is largest in Nashik, and in all likelihood will be able to pose extra-ordinary challenge to everyone - Shivsena-BJP, Congress-NCP in few years. MNS has tremendous outcome all over Maharashtra. But there is a long way to go. And it is difficult to sustain the momentum. 

Congress should realize that NCP is the ultimate winner in the rural parts of Maharashtra. At the cost of Congress, it has consolidated its base, particularly the Zillah Parishad results declare so.

And the Chief Minister's astonishing assertion, 'Shivsena would be washed out or even finished after these Municipal Elections', was counterproductive & retribution for the Congress.    

NCP on the other hand would do well, if they study the reason of limited success in Mumbai and act accordingly.

Ultimate reality, is that, all the political class must not take us, the people - the voters, for granted! 'Perform or perish' is once again emphasized.

Congress and the dynasty

I have this habit to participate in serious discussions on various topics in my group of friends.

One of the most repeated issues to ponder on and offer our precious our opinions(!) is Indian Political System, Great Indian Congress (does this sound like Great Indian Circus?), BJP and the habit of our leaders to build political empires.  

So that was just another instance, when the topic veered to grand declaration done by Mr. Robert Vadra, that he will join active politics 'if it is popular desire!'. It is uncalled for.

One of my friends believed that it is extra-ordinary predicament for Gandhi Family. 'Come on,' he said, 'Gandhis can not enlighten the son-in-law and tell him to just shut up.'  

Another one asked a perennial question rather discourteously ,'arre ye dynasty to sub common hai, lekin imperative point is will you vote for anyone and everyone, just because the name is gandhi?'         

Worst part of this episode is the timing. This is one of the nastiest turn of events. When Rahul Gandhi has almost staked his entire political career on UP state elections and he is on his journey of consolidation and future possible assignment as PM, this statement is absolutely unnecessary. Fact of the matter is person in question is with no last name Gandhi, but Vadra.     

It took the authority of Priyanka Gandhi to clarify that her husband is happy being a businessman. But the damage is already done.  

Come to think of it, isn't it disgusting for most years after independence, one family has been in the power at the centre.

Ironically the parties that attack Congress do also indulge in promoting the kith and kin of the leaders directly or in a roundabout way.

However sometimes it is too much to grasp. The audacious assertion by Mr. Vadra is perfect example.       

Postscript: An IAS officer, on election duty, tried to stop the huge cavalcade of Mr. Vadra. And next thing he knows, he was transferred to Goa!