Shiv Sena leader Nilesh Rane's cash distribution allegations have sparked friction between the BJP and Shiv Sena ahead of the Maharashtra local body elections.

Shiv Sena legislator Nilesh Rane accused BJP of attempting to distribute cash to influence voters ahead of the civic polls scheduled for December 2. In response, Maharashtra BJP chief Ravindra Chavan stated that he would address the claims at a later date but emphasised his intent to preserve the Mahayuti alliance until the first phase of local body elections, reported the PTI.