Women confront BJP candidate Anil Dhanorkar in Gadara; viral video shows him leaving mid-campaign
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A heated protest by women in Gadara forced BJP candidate Anil Dhanorkar to abruptly leave his campaign visit, after they raised strong objections over local issues and a liquor-shop dispute.
Nagpur, November 28, 2025 – A campaign visit by BJP candidate Anil Dhanorkar in Gadara village turned tense after a group of local women confronted him with strong objections about unfulfilled promises and the growing social issues tied to an allegedly problematic liquor shop in the area. The moment the discussion became heated, Dhanorkar ended the visit abruptly and walked away, and the incident was captured in a viral video that has now sparked wide debate.
Residents say the liquor shop at the centre of the dispute has been a long-standing concern. Women in the locality claim it has led to rising alcoholism among youth, late-night disturbances and financial strain on families. They allege that despite repeated appeals, no concrete action was taken to address the problem. When Dhanorkar arrived for his door-to-door campaign, the women gathered and demanded answers, accusing him of ignoring their requests and labelling his visit as “too little, too late.”
The video shows the women voicing their anger, questioning why basic civic problems like drainage, road repairs and street lighting remain unattended. They also claimed that their community had received no development for years, despite assurances. As the argument intensified, Dhanorkar stepped aside and exited the area, triggering mixed reactions from viewers online — some criticising him for avoiding the confrontation, others calling the protest a justified expression of public frustration.
For Dhanorkar, who previously held a municipal post and is now seeking another chance in the Nagpur region’s Nagar Parishad elections, the timing of the incident is significant. Election season has already put candidates under public scrutiny, and this episode has highlighted how quickly ground-level dissatisfaction can spill over into campaign events. Many political observers believe this confrontation reflects a broader mood in several rural pockets where voters, especially women, are becoming more vocal about issues that directly affect their families and community safety.
Local social activists say the protest is an indicator of shifting power dynamics. Women, who are traditionally less visible in political agitations, are emerging as decisive voices on issues related to alcohol, public safety and civic neglect. They argue that ignoring such grievances not only hurts community welfare but also damages political credibility, especially during elections.
Meanwhile, residents of Gadara say this confrontation was not spontaneous but a culmination of repeated disappointments. Several expressed that political visits intensify during elections, but once the polls end, development stalls. With the video now circulating widely across social platforms, conversations have grown louder about the need for genuine accountability rather than symbolic seasonal campaigning.
Dhanorkar’s supporters maintain that he has worked on several local initiatives in the past and that the issue may have been amplified due to election pressure. However, the incident has already shaped public perception, and the coming days will show whether the controversy affects his campaign momentum.
The viral video continues to spark opinions across Nagpur, with many seeing it as a reminder that voters are no longer willing to overlook unresolved issues. As the election draws closer, Gadara’s confrontation stands out as a snapshot of changing voter expectations — direct, assertive and demanding tangible results.
