BJP MLC Sandip Joshi Announces Retirement to Make Way for Younger Leaders

BJP MLC Sandip Joshi, a close associate of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, announced his retirement from active politics, citing the need to make way for younger leaders. He stated that politics was a path of selfless service but expressed concern over rising competition and defections. Joshi will complete his current term ending May 13, 2026, and will not seek or accept any future party tickets, choosing instead to serve as a social worker.