Solapur Sessions Court rejects Ujjwala Thite’s plea in Angar Nagar Panchayat case, matter headed to High Court
Solapur
Ujjwala Thite’s plea against the rejection of her nomination for Angar Nagar Panchayat was dismissed by the Solapur Sessions Court, prompting her decision to approach the High Court.
Solapur, November 26, 2025 – The dispute surrounding the Angar Nagar Panchayat election deepened after the Solapur Sessions Court dismissed the petition filed by Ujjwala Thite. Her nomination had been rejected earlier because officials claimed the proposer’s signature was missing on her form. Thite challenged that decision, arguing that her papers were filed properly under police protection and that her son had indeed signed as proposer. The court, however, upheld the returning officer’s decision, ruling that the objections raised during scrutiny could not be overturned.
The development has caused a stir in local political circles. Thite expressed disappointment after the verdict and confirmed she will now take the matter to the High Court. She said the rejection felt unfair and that she believes political pressure influenced the scrutiny process. Her supporters echoed this sentiment, saying that a technical objection should not prevent a candidate from contesting when the form was submitted under full supervision.
On the other side, officials and supporters of the rival panel maintain that the decision was purely procedural. They argued that election rules clearly require a valid proposer’s signature and that failing to meet this requirement invalidates any nomination. They also said the court’s confirmation proves that the process followed by election authorities was correct and not influenced by politics.
The matter has drawn attention because Angar Nagar Panchayat elections already had a competitive backdrop. Thite is considered an important local figure, and her exclusion from the ballot has altered the dynamics of the race. Many in the region feel the controversy highlights the growing tension between administrative procedures and political ambitions. Some leaders believe that scrutiny should be stricter yet also flexible enough to avoid depriving genuine candidates of their right to contest.
For now, the ruling has shifted the battle to the next legal stage. Thite’s decision to move the High Court adds another chapter to the ongoing dispute. If the higher court overturns the verdict, the election process for the Angar Nagar Panchayat could be significantly affected. If the ruling is upheld, it may set a strong precedent for future local-body elections, especially regarding the scrutiny of nomination forms.
The situation has also raised questions about the transparency of election processes in smaller local bodies. Residents and observers are debating whether technical objections are used fairly or sometimes selectively. With the case now heading for a larger legal platform, the final outcome will be watched closely by political groups across Solapur district.
As both sides prepare for the next phase of the legal fight, the controversy continues to shape the conversation around the Angar Nagar Panchayat election. The coming days will determine whether Thite can re-enter the contest or whether the court’s rejection becomes the final word on her candidacy.
