As Nagpur gears up for its long-pending municipal elections, former corporators and ticket aspirants seem more focused on political networking than public service. Instead of addressing civic issues during the administrator-led phase, many are busy frequenting the homes and offices of MLAs and party leaders—hoping to secure a ticket in the upcoming NMC polls.
From flaunting banner campaigns to escorting deputations to politicians, aspirants are doing everything except engaging meaningfully with citizens. While hoardings of their “efforts” litter the city, genuine public grievances remain unresolved.
Interestingly, sources suggest the ward delimitation process has been delayed by a month to avoid elections immediately after the monsoon, when public resentment is high due to flooding and poor infrastructure. The elections are now expected in early 2026.
In BJP circles, the earlier plan to drop 70% of inactive corporators has taken a backseat. With both Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha elections over, sitting MLAs are now keen on pushing their loyalists, sidelining performance-based candidates. Congress, meanwhile, is reportedly planning to re-field former runners-up.
Some ex-corporators have distanced themselves from citizens but remain active within NMC offices—personally pursuing files and applying pressure on officials for project approvals. Only a few continue to genuinely assist citizens by coordinating with authorities.
As ticket lobbying intensifies, the public is left questioning whether these leaders seek to serve the people—or simply serve themselves.
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