Four ex-NCP corporators from Thane join Eknath Shinde

THANE: Four ex-NCP corporators from Thane switched loyalties to Shiv Sena Balasaheb, party Sunday night, justifying their switchover to better prospects for their ward under the leadership of CM Eknath Shinde.
Few leaders from Mumbra also expressed interest in aligning with the saffron combine, late Sunday. Senior leader and former corporator from Lokmanya Nagar, Hanmant Jagdale (67), along with three colleagues and few local office bearers formally joined the Shinde camp.
Jagdale, who holds considerable sway in Lokmanya nagar, was associated with the Congress since the late 70’s and joined NCP since its formative years. “I am joining Shinde sahib as I feel he has the vision and power to ensure complete development of my ward through cluster redevelopment,” he said.