MLC Sachin Ahir has filed his nomination for the deputy chairperson of the council, a move that has weakened Shiv Sena (UBT) to just five members. Despite allegations of violating the anti-defection law, officials state Ahir’s nomination is not party-specific, thus not attracting disqualification. Chief Minister Shinde asserted Ahir’s election was from the undivided Shiv Sena.
