Both BJP, Sena keen to take on Aaditya Thackeray in Worli

MUMBAI: Both BJP and Shiv Sena led by Eknath Shinde are keen on contesting the high-profile Worli assembly seat, where Sena's (UBT) Aaditya Thackeray is the sitting MLA. While both parties have not named any candidate, Sena functionaries said the party was keen on fielding a local candidate from the seat, probably a former corporator. MNS is also likely to enter the poll fray from Worli, with its functionary Sandeep Deshpande being a frontrunner.

From BJP, Shaina N C has been campaigning in the constituency. However, Sena functionaries said this seat will be contested by their nominee. "Party will give a chance to a local Shiv Sainik from this seat. We're sure a good candidate will be nominated who will fight and win. Worli is Sena's seat," said Sena neta Susieben Shah.