Gadkari Praises BJP's Decisive Victory in Nagpur Civic Polls
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari extended warm congratulations to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday. He celebrated what he called a splendid victory for the Bharatiya Janata Party in the Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections. Gadkari described the mandate as a decisive endorsement of the party's performance in Nagpur over the past fifteen years.
Grassroots Work Trumps Short-Term Campaigning
Speaking at a felicitation program for newly-elected corporators in Mahal, Gadkari emphasized that the scale of this victory reflects sustained work at the grassroots level. He stated clearly that this achievement did not come from short-term campaigning efforts. "This mandate is the outcome of sustained work. The trust and affection of the people is our biggest asset," Gadkari told the gathering.
The Union Minister pointed out that this fresh mandate places a heavier responsibility on all elected representatives. This is particularly significant after the BJP returned to power in the civic body following a prolonged administrative phase. He called on the newly-elected corporators to maintain a firm focus on local issues without distraction.
Focus on Ward-Level Problems
"They must address ward-level problems and live up to the trust placed in us," Gadkari stressed. He urged party workers and elected representatives to carry the mandate forward with both humility and dedication. The minister credited the coordinated efforts of the party's leadership and organizational machinery for securing this poll victory.
Gadkari specifically acknowledged the contributions of several key figures:
- MLAs Krishna Khopde
- MLA Pravin Datke
- MLA Mohan Mate
- Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis
He noted that these leaders helped shape both the city-level and broader political narrative that led to success. Gadkari also praised Maharashtra election in-charge Chandrashekhar Bawankule for working "tirelessly across Nagpur and Vidarbha" throughout the campaign period.
Celebrating Grassroots Efforts
In a gesture aimed at recognizing grassroots effort, Gadkari made a special request to BJP city president Dayashankar Tiwari. He asked Tiwari to organize a special victory program specifically for party workers and volunteers. Gadkari described this as a token of gratitude for their hard work.
The minister announced that the event would include music and a community dinner, with all arrangements sponsored by him personally. He explained that this celebration would offer a well-deserved moment of relaxation and recognition. It would honor those workers who put in sustained effort throughout the entire campaign period.
Gadkari concluded by emphasizing that this victory represents more than just electoral success. It demonstrates the power of consistent, ground-level engagement with citizens. The mandate shows that Nagpur's voters have responded positively to the BJP's long-term development agenda for the city.
