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MVA raises questions over authenticity of polling process | Maharashtra polls
After the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance's landslide victory in the Maharashtra elections, leaders from the UBT (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) faction expressed strong dissent. Shiv Sena (UBT) President Uddhav Thackeray criticized the BJP for its slogan "Batenge toh katenge," implying threats against opponents. UBT leader Priyanka Chaturvedi questioned the authenticity of the election process, calling the results "surprising." Congress leader Jairam Ramesh also raised concerns, calling the results "surprisingly strange." Despite the criticism, the Mahayuti alliance, led by the BJP, delivered an impressive performance and is now set to form the government in Maharashtra. The opposition parties are still questioning the fairness of the election results.
18 December,2024 01:42 PM IST
Maharashtra Election Result 2024: Huge celebration at BJP office in Mumbai
The Mahayuti alliance, comprising the BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP, is set for a thumping victory in Maharashtra. The BJP headquarter at Nariman Point in Mumbai has erupted into huge celebration. BJP leaders Devendra Fadnavis, Vinod Tawde, Chandrashekhar Bawankule reached the BJP headquarters to celebrate the impending victory. Party workers of the Mahayuti Alliance celebrated with Dhol, Nagada and sweets before the Maharashtra Election Result 2024 official announcement.
23 November,2024 04:53 PM IST
Maharashtra Election Results 2024: Mahayuti takes lead, Sanjay Raut cries foul
As Mahayuti has crossed the halfway mark in Maharashtra, Shiv Sena UBT leader Sanjay Raut said, "They have done some 'gadbad', they have stolen some of our seats...This cannot be the public's decision. even the public does not agree with these results. Once the results are out, we will talk more. In every election seat, money-counting machines were installed. Is it possible that Shinde gets 60 seats, Ajit Pawar gets 40 seats and BJP gets 125 seats? The people of this state are not dishonest. We have their faith on the people of Maharashtra.". Counting is underway for the 288 assembly seats for the Maharashtra Election Results 2024.
23 November,2024 11:56 AM IST
Maharashtra Election 2024: Salman Khan and family votes amid threats
Maharashtra went to polls today. More than 1 crore voters registered to vote for the ongoing Maharashtra Election 2024 today. Salman Khan and his family members were spotted exercising their right to vote. Salman Khan was spotted leaving the polling booth after voting. Also spotted were father Salim Khan, Mother Salma Khan, and brothers Arbaaz Khan and Sohail Khan at the polling booth. The family has voted amid security concerns that have escalated after death threats in recent times.
20 November,2024 07:02 PM IST
Maharashtra Election 2024: Mukesh Ambani with family spotted at polling booth
The polling for the Maharashtra Election 2024 is going on today. More than 1 crore voters are registered to vote for the ongoing Assembly Elections today. Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani, his sons Anant Ambani, and Akash Ambani, and daughter-in-law Shloka Mehta cast their votes for the Maharashtra Elections 2024 at a polling booth in Mumbai. Take a look.
20 November,2024 05:07 PM IST
Maharashtra Election 2024: Banker comes from ‘Haldi’ to vote
Amid the ongoing voting in the Maharashtra Election 2024, setting an inspiring example of democracy, a 29-year-banker reached a polling booth in Virar East direct from her haldi function and cast her franchise. Her hands, face and neck were covered in haldi paste. Sayali Rajendra Vartak, the bride-to-be from Virar, came to the polling booth to cast her vote despite her busy wedding preparations. Sayali, is set to get married in Rajasthan. On the other hand, BJP MP from Mumbai’s North Constituency Piyush Goyal was seen casting a vote at one of the Borivali polling booths. People from the Transgender community were also seen exercising their voting rights. Also, a young voter from Dombivli traveled 12,500 kilometers from Canada to exercise his voting right! Voters are urged to cast their votes by 6 PM.
20 November,2024 05:01 PM IST
Maharashtra Election 2024: Date, Timings, Key Issues - all you need to know
The state of Maharashtra has turned into a battleground for the political parties as they battle to conquer the Maharashtra governance. The Maharashtra assembly has a total of 288 seats which stands as one of the top 5 biggest assembly constituencies in India. The fight is not only between the political alliances of Mahayuti and Maha Vikas Aghadi but also within the alliances as parties strive to serve their interests when it comes to bagging the seats within the alliances. As a voter, here a key points that must know about the Maharashtra Election 2024. Take a look.
15 November,2024 06:00 PM IST
PM Modi blasts Congress & MVA, says they never respected Maharashtra
Ahead of the Maharashtra elections, Prime Minister Modi criticized Congress and its allies in the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) for disrespecting the state's heroes like Veer Savarkar and Balasaheb Thackeray. He challenged MVA leaders to publicly praise Savarkar and Thackeray, showing respect for Maharashtra's pride. Modi accused Congress of only seeking power, saying they divided the country during partition for their own gain. He also warned that Congress is trying to divide Dalits, OBCs, and Adivasis by pitting different castes against each other to weaken them. He urged the people to stay united, stressing that only through unity will they remain strong and safe from such divide-and-rule tactics.
13 November,2024 01:30 PM IST
Maharashtra polls: CM Eknath Shinde blasts MVA at Washim rally
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde addressed a rally in Washim ahead of Maharashtra polls in support of Bhavana Gawali, the Mahayuti Shinde faction's candidate for MLC. During his speech, CM Shinde criticized the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance, calling them “Vanvasi” (outsiders). He emphasized the importance of having every MLA from the Mahayuti alliance, saying their unity was crucial. Shinde also targeted the Congress MLA from Washim, declaring that the people of the region would vote him out in the upcoming elections. He expressed confidence that the support of the locals would ensure a win for Bhavana Gawali and strengthen the Mahayuti's position in the state. His speech focused on rallying support for Gawali and attacking the opposition in the region.
13 November,2024 11:00 AM IST
PM Modi slams MVA, Congress! Accuses them of hindering Maharastra's progress
PM Modi criticized the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition and Congress for hindering Maharashtra's progress. He highlighted the state’s recent development, including new foreign investments, airports, expressways, and over a dozen Vande Bharat trains running. He also mentioned that more than 100 stations are being renovated and rail networks expanded. Modi pointed out that the Congress-led government had delayed key projects, like the Kampa-Warora and Nagpur-Gadchiroli rail lines, which are now progressing under the current government. He accused the opposition of blocking development for decades, preventing progress on projects like the metro, Vadavan Port, and Samriddhi Highway. Modi claimed the Congress is an expert in delaying development and stopping crucial infrastructure projects, calling them the "biggest players of corruption."
12 November,2024 03:45 PM IST