As expected, the talented and experienced leader of Bharatiya Janata Party, Manoj Patil, has been given the responsibility of the post of Leader of Opposition in Vasai-Virar City Municipal Corporation. There is an atmosphere of enthusiasm among BJP workers due to his appointment. On 26 February, his office at the Municipal Corporation Headquarters was inaugurated with formal worship.

Sneha Dubey Pandit (Vasai Assembly Constituency) and Rajan Naik (Nallasopara Assembly Constituency) were prominently present at the inauguration ceremony. Both the public representatives wished Manoj Patil after the puja.

On this occasion, newly elected BJP corporators, various officials and a large number of workers were present. Everyone congratulated Patil by giving him a bouquet. Senior officials of the Municipal Corporation also welcomed him by giving goodwill gifts.

Addressing the program, MLA Rajan Naik said that many development projects are being brought in Vasai-Virar region with the cooperation of Central and State Government. He expressed confidence that a new direction will be given to the development of the city through BJP representatives.

Activists believe that due to the youthful image of Manoj Patil, the role of the opposition in the Municipal Corporation will be more effective and public issues will be raised strongly.