Sanjay Gaikwad

Sanjay Gaikwad

politician India

Sanjay Gaikwad is a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Buldhana, Maharashtra, representing the Shiv Sena party. He has gained notoriety for his controversial statements and actions, including a recent incident where he was filmed assaulting canteen workers over allegations of serving stale food. Gaikwad has been outspoken on various issues, often drawing criticism for his provocative remarks and confrontational style, which he defends as being in line with the teachings of Balasaheb Thackeray. His history of inflammatory statements includes incidents related to language debates and political rivalries, making him a polarizing figure in Maharashtra's political landscape.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.02%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
8,060,203
Power
16,938$
Sentiment
2.56
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
India 9 2.56 0.53% +10% 1,380,004,385 8,060,203 $2,900,000 16,938$
Totals 9 1,380,004,385 8,060,203 $2,900,000 16,938$
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Recent Mentions

India India: Sanjay Gaikwad publicly threatened AIMIM leader Imtiaz Jaleel after slapping a canteen worker over stale food. 2

The Times of India: Sena MLA round 2: Sanjay Gaikwad, who slapped staffer, now threatens AIMIM neta Imtiaz Jaleel | India News

India India: Sanjay Gaikwad sparked further controversy by targeting the Shetty community after physically assaulting a canteen worker over alleged stale food. 3

The Times of India: Watch: After canteen assault video goes viral, Shiv Sena MLA stirs new row; targets Shetty community | India News

India India: Sanjay Gaikwad, a Shiv Sena MLA, slapped a canteen staff at the MLA hostel, raising concerns about political aggression. 3

The Times of India: Political dadagiri amplified by social media makes Maximum City uneasy | India News