In the post-poll scenario, BJP will be on its own and will not need any alliance. "Sena leader Parab said, "We do not think the campaign launched by Fadnavis against Sena (on the issue of transparency) has influenced voters. "Nirupam said, "Both in the western and eastern suburbs, there was a spurt in the number of voters coming out. He said that stung by BJP's allegations that Matoshree had floated 'benami' companies, Marathi-speaking Brahmins from Girgaum, Dadar and Vile Parle have backed Sena candidates. "If the difference in seat tally between Sena and BJP is too narrow, both will try to outdo each other with support from smaller groups.

Source: Times of India February 21, 2017 20:37 UTC