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Maharashtra civic elections 2026: Mira Bhayander will turn 'saffron' after civic polls, says Eknath Shinde
Updated On: 12 January, 2026 11:57 AM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondent
Shinde emphasised the late (Shiv Sena founder) Balasaheb Thackeray's affection for the city, calling Mira Bhayander a "mini India" where Shiv Sena's strength lies in taking along all communities, including North Indian, Gujarati, and South Indian

Eknath Shinde. File Pic
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has said that after Mumbai and Thane, the state's Mira Bhayander city is all set to be painted "saffron" in the upcoming municipal elections, reported news agency PTI.
Shiv Sena’s stronghold in Mumbai and Thane recalled
The Shiv Sena (then undivided) had won the Brihanmumbai and Thane municipal corporation polls in 2017.
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