Sindhudurg, the stronghold of MP Narayan Rane, is now a battleground between his sons, Nitesh and Nilesh, contesting the Maharashtra elections on BJP and Shinde Sena tickets. The “Rane vs. Rane” rivalry has drawn local attention. Known for its beaches, the district gained attention after a Chhatrapati Shivaji statue collapse sparked political tension between Mahayuti and Maha Vikas Aghadi.