This news bulletin covers the commencement of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Thane Municipal Corporation elections. Early voters included high-profile figures such as Union Minister Piyush Goyal and cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar. The report highlights a significant increase in polling stations, rising from 7,297 in 2017 to over 10,000 this year, aimed at tackling voter apathy. One speaker noted, ‘It largely became about Asmita on both sides, Hindu Asmita on one side and the Marathi Asmita on the other side,’ reflecting the shift from civic issues like potholes and water supply to identity-based campaigning. The contest sees a fierce face-off between the Shiv Sena (UBT) and the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena in alliance with the BJP. Residents expressed concerns over the preservation of open spaces like the Mahalaxmi Racecourse and the Sanjay Gandhi National Park amidst rapid urbanisation. The bulletin monitors whether Mumbai will surpass its previous 55% voter turnout record.
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