Former Shiv Sena MLA Shahajibapu Patil has drawn criticism for remarks made at a victory rally in Solapur. Patil stated that those who voted for Shiv Sena would go to heaven, while implying negative consequences for those who voted for the opposition. He also made disparaging comments about his political rival, Deepak Salunkhe of the NCP. Patil's statements come after Shiv Sena's victory in the Sangola Municipal Council polls.