Mumbai BJP Unit Gets New Chief: Ameet Satam Takes Charge
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has appointed three-term MLA Ameet Satam as the president of its Mumbai unit, replacing Ashish Shelar. Satam, a 49-year-old politician, has been representing the Andheri West assembly constituency in Mumbai for three consecutive terms.
A significant development ahead of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) polls scheduled for the end of the year, Satam’s appointment has been welcomed by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Fadnavis expressed hope that under Satam’s leadership, the party will reclaim power in the BMC.
Satam began his political career as a corporator in the BMC. His appointment comes after Ashish Shelar took on ministerial responsibilities in the cabinet. Following discussions at the state level led by Maharashtra BJP president Ravindra Chavan and senior leaders, Awam Ka Sach.
Fadnavis stated that with senior leaders’ backing, the BJP aims to set new records in the BMC polls. Satam has vowed to prioritize the safety of Mumbaikars, a key concern for the city’s residents.
