Maharashtra State Assembly election results for 2024 are seeing a closely contested scenario as the counting processes start. The early trends show that the Mahayuti alliance, led by the BJP, is ahead in 157 seats, and the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi or MVA is ahead in 125 constituencies.
Current Situation
- Mahayuti Alliance (BJP + Allies): Positioned to secure 129-159 seats as per exit polls, indicating a potential majority.
- MVA (Congress + NCP + Shiv Sena UBT): Predicted to remain short of a majority, trailing behind the Mahayuti.
Key Developments
- Shinde’s Confidence: Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has attributed the Mahayuti’s strong showing to their focus on state development, contrasting it with the MVA’s tenure.
- Vote-Buying and Cash-for- Votes Allegations: BJP member Vinod Tawde termed some charges as mere “opposition-driven propaganda” regarding vote-buying and cash-for-votes scandals.
- Voter Turnout: By 11 AM, 18.14% of votes were recorded. Gadchiroli was ahead at 30% while Mumbai was the weakest at 15.78%.
Relief is still on the way with an official count of the result. Keep track with live coverage and deeper analysis at or.
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