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Maharashtra Elections: BJP Alliance Heads Toward a Majority!

Maharashtra Elections: BJP Alliance Heads Toward a Majority!
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Mumbai, November 23, 2024

Introduction
The Maharashtra Assembly election trends indicate a clear dominance by the BJP-led alliance, which is ahead on 222 seats, while the Congress alliance trails far behind with leads in 54 constituencies. Other candidates are leading on 12 seats, showcasing a one-sided contest.

Key Election Trends

  • BJP Alliance Performance:
    The BJP-led alliance, known as the “Mahayuti,” has established a significant lead, surpassing the majority mark of 145 seats comfortably.
  • Congress Alliance Status:
    The opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance is struggling with leads in just 54 seats.
  • Other Candidates:
    Independent candidates and smaller parties are leading on 12 seats, reflecting limited influence in the overall outcome.

Alliance Breakdown and Candidate Representation

  • Mahayuti (BJP Alliance):
    • Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP): 149 candidates contested.
    • Shiv Sena (led by Eknath Shinde): 81 candidates contested.
    • Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP): 59 candidates contested.
  • MVA (Congress Alliance):
    • Congress: 101 candidates contested.
    • Shiv Sena (Uddhav Thackeray faction): 95 candidates contested.
    • Sharad Pawar-led NCP: 86 candidates contested.
  • Other Parties:
    • Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP): 237 candidates fielded.
    • AIMIM (All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen): 17 candidates fielded.

Notable Highlights of the Elections

  • High Voter Turnout:
    The state witnessed its highest voter turnout in 30 years, with 65% of eligible voters casting their ballots during the single-phase election on November 20, 2024.
  • Total Assembly Seats:
    Maharashtra’s Assembly consists of 288 seats, with a majority requiring at least 145 seats.

Conclusion
The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance is poised for a decisive victory in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, reflecting strong public support. The Congress alliance’s struggle to gain momentum underscores a significant political shift in the state. As counting progresses, Maharashtra appears set to witness a government strongly led by the BJP and its allies, potentially reshaping the state’s political landscape for the coming years.


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