Mumbai University Senate Elections: ABVP Seeks Disqualification of Yuva Sena Candidate
- The Mumbai University Senate elections were held on September 24, 2024, with a turnout of 55%.
- ABVP's Sankalp Phaldesai has filed a writ petition to disqualify Yuva Sena candidate Alpesh Bhoir due to alleged polling violations.
- The outcome of these elections is critical as the senate is responsible for budget decisions, reflecting the intense political competition between student organizations.
The Mumbai University Senate elections took place on September 24, 2024, after a prolonged hiatus due to various delays over the past two years. The elections were crucial as the senate is responsible for approving the university's budget and includes representatives from various sectors of the university community. On election day, a turnout of 55% was recorded, with five candidates from the Yuva Sena leading the results. However, the elections have been marred by controversy, as ABVP State Secretary Sankalp Phaldesai has filed a writ petition in the Bombay High Court seeking the disqualification of Yuva Sena candidate Alpesh Bhoir. The allegations include that Bhoir appointed a supporter as a polling agent, which violates election rules. This issue was raised with the Chief Election Officer, and it was reported that the impersonator fled when confronted. The presence of police at the counting center aims to ensure a peaceful resolution to the election process amidst these allegations. The competition is primarily between the Yuva Sena, backed by Aditya Thackeray, and the ABVP, which is affiliated with the BJP, highlighting the political tensions within the university's student body.