Maharashtra polls: Congress rebel refuses to pull out of contest in CM Eknath Shinde’s seat

Congress rebel candidate Manoj Shinde’s refusal to withdraw from the Kopri-Panchpakhadi assembly seat has set the stage for a three-way contest. This development raises concerns for the MVA, as it could split votes in Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s stronghold. Political observers suggest Shinde’s rebellion might lead him to join a ruling party in the future.