The Ajit Pawar-led NCP faction is preparing to contest the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections independently, with plans to field candidates for approximately 60 seats. This decision comes as discussions for a potential reunion of NCP factions have stalled. The party aims to contest based on the Shiv-Shahu-Phule-Ambedkar ideology. Meanwhile, allies BJP and Shiv Sena have reportedly excluded the NCP from BMC seat-sharing talks, citing concerns over Nawab Malik's appointment as Mumbai coordinator.