The Times of India

Mumbai mayor tussle: Shiv Sena-BJP talks today, poll likely on Jan 31; will respect mandate, says Eknath Shinde

The tussle for the Mumbai mayor's post continues as the state government issues a notification for the reservation lottery on January 22, with elections likely on January 31. Deputy CM Shinde assures the mayor will be from the Mahayuti alliance, emphasizing respect for public mandate and development for Mumbaikars.