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Mumbai: Former Mayor Vishakha Raut Disqualified As Corporator For 6 Years Over OBC Certificate Issue
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· September 5, 2026
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Key points The outcome of this move is expected to be formally announced soon. A veteran leader has faced a major setback.
A veteran leader has faced a major setback. The decision to bar this individual from a key post for six years was made by a government. This move affects a former mayor who held a corporator position.
The reason for this action is related to a certificate issue. A committee had previously cancelled the certificate, citing jurisdiction problems. Following this, a disqualification order was issued.
Further details about this decision and its implications are available from the source. The outcome of this move is expected to be formally announced soon.
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Published: September 5, 2026 ·
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