Shivaji Park in Mumbai is the focal point for political campaigning ahead of the BMC elections, with multiple parties vying for its use. The BJP has requested the venue for January 11, potentially for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena has also booked the park for the same day. The MNS and Shiv Sena (UBT) plan a joint rally there on January 12, featuring Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray. The Republican Party of India (Athawale) has also applied for permission.