India, Jan. 28 -- Desperate to secure a majority in the Chandrapur civic body, the Congress on Tuesday approached Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, seeking his party's support - a move that could also cost the Congress dear.

Thackeray will extend his support only if the Sena (UBT) is given the post of mayor and chairperson of the all-important Standing Committee by rotation.

The Congress has emerged as the single largest party in the Chandrapur municipal election with 27 seats in the 66-seat civic body, but is 7 short of a majority. The Sena (UBT), with xxx seats, will play a crucial role in the power dynamics here as there are other players vying for control. The BJP has won 23 seats, the Peasants and Workers Party 3 seats, Vanch...