Rahul Narvekar to India Today: 'This is a vote for development, this is a vote for progress'

Maharashtra Assembly Speaker and Senior BJP Leader Rahul Narvekar discusses the Bharatiya Janata Party Alliance's performance in the Mumbai civic elections. Addressing allegations of money power and institutional misuse, Narvekar stated, 'This is a vote for development, this is a vote for progress, this is a vote for the betterment of Mumbai.' He dismissed opposition claims of 'vote chori' and coercion, noting that both the High Court and the Election Commission rubbished allegations of interference or breach of conduct. Narvekar highlighted major infrastructure projects like the Atal Setu and Coastal Road as key deliverables that influenced voters. Responding to questions about the rising assets of corporators, he argued that asset appreciation often reflects economic growth and real estate trends rather than corruption, asserting that BJP corporators maintain 'crystal clear accounts.' The interview concludes with Narvekar emphasizing the BJP's commitment to fulfilling the aspirations of Mumbaikars through efficient governance.