BMC Elections 2026 Results: Sarvankar Family Suffers Double Blow As Thackeray Sena Reclaims Dadar Stronghold

Mumbai, Jan 16: For many years, former MLA Sada Sarvankar held a firm grip over the Dadar area. However, the recently concluded municipal corporation elections delivered a major setback to the Sarvankar family.

Both his son, Samadhan Sarvankar, and daughter, Priya Sarvankar, faced defeat, resulting in a significant loss of influence for Sada Sarvankar in the ward.

In Ward No. 194, Samadhan Sarvankar was defeated by Nishikant Shinde, the brother of MLA Sunil Shinde from the Thackeray Shiv Sena. Similarly, in Ward No. 191, former MLA and ex-mayor Vishakha Raut of the Thackeray Sena defeated Priya Sarvankar.

Shift in Dadar’s political landscape

The Dadar–Prabhadevi–Mahim belt is traditionally a Marathi-dominated region where the Thackeray Sena once enjoyed strong support. However, after Sada Sarvankar switched allegiance to the Shinde faction, the party’s hold over the region weakened significantly.

With the recent alliance between the Thackeray brothers, enthusiasm surged among party workers. Additionally, Marathi voters were reportedly upset with leaders who switched parties. This sentiment was capitalised on during the campaign, helping the Thackeray Sena reclaim its stronghold in Dadar.

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Mahesh Sawant emerges as lucky charm

Local MLA Mahesh Sawant, known to be a political rival of Sada Sarvankar, campaigned aggressively in the Dadar, Prabhadevi and Mahim wards. Following the victory, political circles in the area are abuzz with discussions that Mahesh Sawant has proved to be a “lucky charm” for the party by helping secure the Dadar fortress once again.

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