The Economic Times

TMC polls: Rebel candidate challenges Shiv Sena's nominee to show development record

Nitin Landge, a rebel candidate, has challenged Siddharth Pandey, the Shiv Sena nominee for Thane Municipal Corporation's ward no. 4. Landge stated he will withdraw his independent candidacy if Pandey can demonstrate any development initiative undertaken in the area. Landge resigned from Yuva Sena after being denied the nomination. He alleges the ticket was granted under pressure.