Meghana Kirtikar, wife of Shiv Sena MP Gajanan Kirtikar, expressed her disapproval of her husband's decision to join Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's faction. Instead, she cast her vote for their son, Amol Kirtikar, who is a Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate in the Mumbai North West Lok Sabha constituency. Following the split in Shiv Sena, Gajanan Kirtikar joined the Shinde camp, while his son Amol remained loyal to Uddhav Thackeray and is contesting against Shiv Sena's Ravindra Waikar.
Voting day statements
Gajanan Kirtikar, his wife Meghana, and their daughter all participated in the voting. Meghana Kirtikar told reporters, "I never supported my husband's decision to join the Shinde faction. I have voted for my son, and he will win with a huge margin." She noted that Gajanan Kirtikar has given his blessing to Amol as a father.
MP Kirtikar's clarification
Responding to his family's disapproval, MP Gajanan Kirtikar acknowledged that both his wife and daughter opposed his decision. He explained, "I did not join the party for fear of the Enforcement Directorate or for money. My reasons were different, and I had made it clear."
ED notice to Amol Kirtikar
Following the announcement of his candidacy, Amol Kirtikar received a notice from the Enforcement Directorate for his alleged involvement in the Khichdi scam.
