The Maharashtra election battlefield witnessed a fresh salvo from AAP against Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate Mamta Chavan. In a meticulously prepared complaint to the Election Commission, AAP alleges that Chavan has suppressed details of prime realty assets, potentially breaching electoral laws and misleading voters.
Investigations by AAP volunteers unearthed records of undisclosed flats, plots, and shops in bustling urban pockets. These omissions, they argue, inflate the gap between Chavan’s reported and actual wealth, painting a picture of fiscal opacity unfit for public office aspirants.
‘We are handing over concrete proof for EC’s perusal,’ declared AAP leaders, attaching land deeds, tax receipts, and valuation reports. The plea invokes provisions for affidavit corrections and disqualifications, pressing for urgent hearings.
Responding defiantly, Shiv Sena (UBT) termed the move ‘election-time mischief’ by a fledgling party seeking relevance. They promise to furnish clarifications, including legal opinions on asset classifications.
With polls looming, this episode amplifies calls for rigorous affidavit audits. It positions AAP as a vigilante against corruption, while challenging Shiv Sena’s dominance. The EC’s verdict may not only affect one seat but influence broader narratives of trust and transparency in Indian elections.