In a twist straight from a Bollywood plot, sitting MLA Srinivas Vanga has reportedly disappeared after being denied his party ticket for the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections. Vanga, son of the late BJP MP Chintaman Vanga, had switched his allegiance to CM Eknath Shinde’s faction following the Shiv Sena split, betting that his loyalty would be rewarded. However, with former MP Rajendra Gavit handed the Palghar ticket, Vanga was left in political limbo—without a party nomination and, it seems, without a trace.
Political Shifts and Personal Fallout
Vanga’s journey from Shiv Sena loyalist to Shinde supporter seemed strategically sound after the Shiv Sena’s split, positioning him as a candidate who could benefit from the alliance. However, the denial of his ticket proved otherwise, with Vanga allegedly calling his move to Shinde’s camp a “grave mistake” and publicly praising Uddhav Thackeray as a “dev manus” (God-like figure). In a twist of irony, the MLA’s endorsement of his former leader has only fanned speculation around whether political equations shifted faster than Vanga anticipated.
Family’s Concerns Mount
According to family members, Vanga left home unexpectedly, carrying a few belongings, leaving behind a deeply distressed household. His wife expressed worries about his emotional well-being, describing signs of withdrawal and stating that Vanga had been openly struggling with the shock. Reports suggest that Chief Minister Shinde has reached out, promising that Vanga may still be considered for a legislative council seat—a glimmer of hope for the troubled MLA and his family.
What’s the Public Saying?
The incident has sparked public and media intrigue, with videos of Vanga’s emotional statements circulating widely. His situation has resonated with viewers who see it as a potent example of political betrayal and the personal toll politics can take on its players.
With Maharashtra elections set for November 20, Vanga’s disappearance has turned him into an unlikely symbol in Palghar, where political alliances, loyalties, and rivalries are now under the public microscope.
