SaralnamaMumbai BJP chief Ameet Satam spoke about protecting the city's identity at an Express town hall. The 49-year-old Maratha leader, appointed last month, aims to counter Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Marathi pride plank in upcoming BMC elections. Satam highlighted BJP's development agenda, including Metro and Coastal Road projects. He stressed the need for a clean, transparent BMC administration. Satam expressed concerns about 'radical fundamentalists' changing Mumbai's character, comparing it to Western cities. He promised to ensure women's safety and protect Mumbai's original identity. The BJP leader also addressed Maratha reservation, OBC issues, and potential alliances in the civic polls. (Updated 21 Sep 2025, 07:11 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Mumbai BJP chief Ameet Satam spoke about protecting the city's identity at an Express town hall
- The 49-year-old Maratha leader, appointed last month, aims to counter Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Marathi pride plank in upcoming BMC elections
- Satam highlighted BJP's development agenda, including Metro and Coastal Road projects