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'Not Fair': BMC Chief Ashwini Bhide Calls Out Harsh Goenka Over Mocking Municipal Workers

IN · 2026-07-05

Key takeaway

BMC chief Ashwini Bhide publicly rebukes industrialist Harsh Goenka for mocking municipal workers, escalating reputational risk for Goenka's business interests.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerBMC chief publicly criticizes Harsh Goenka for mocking municipal workers, triggering reputational damage.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onConsumer sentiment shifts negatively towards RPG Group brands (Ceat, KEC), leading to potential revenue decline.
  3. Step 3 · Reaches youGovernment contracts with BMC and other municipal bodies face scrutiny, risking contract renewals or terminations.

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Source: IN:NDTV Profit

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