Lottery System to Decide Mayoral Posts in Mumbai and Pune Amid Reservation Discussions

In Maharashtra, the selection of mayors for Mumbai and Pune is pending finalization of reservation categories. Mumbai's Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation will use a lottery to determine the mayoral reservation category, with discussions on power-sharing expected to continue. In Pune, the BJP, holding a majority in local bodies, plans to select the mayor through a lottery system, considering both male and female candidates. Official reservation details remain undecided, while party leaders emphasize unity and experience in the selection process.