The All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) has announced candidates for the upcoming municipal corporation elections in Thane and Vasai-Virar. Party president Imtiaz Jaleel stated that five candidates from Mumbra (Thane) and three from Vasai-Virar have been finalized, including professionals like doctors. AIMIM aims to expand its presence in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, with candidate selection for Bhiwandi-Nizampur nearing completion. The elections for 29 civic bodies, including Thane and Vasai-Virar, are scheduled for January 15.