The Times of India

Eknath Shinde back in driving seat: Another twist in civic polls, 4 NCP councillors dump BJP, give Shiv Sena majority

Ambernath's political landscape shifted dramatically as four NCP councillors switched allegiance to Shiv Sena, bolstering its position. This move thwarted the BJP's bid for a majority after securing 12 Congress defectors. While BJP won the council president post, power-sharing with Sena and NCP is now anticipated for key committee roles.