Maharashtra recently witnessed a resounding victory for the Mahayuti (NDA alliance), but the spotlight has now shifted to the crucial question of who will be the next Chief Minister. Speculations are rife about whether Eknath Shinde will retain the CM position or if Devendra Fadnavis will reclaim the prestigious post.

Today marks a significant day in Indian politics as the results of multiple elections will be announced. In Maharashtra, the question remains whether the Mahayuti alliance will form the government or if the Aghadi coalition will gain momentum. Both sides have intensified their activities, with Congress appointing observers and preparing to house legislators in hotels, while Mahayuti has reached out to independents. Meanwhile, in Jharkhand, the battle between JMM and BJP heats up, with JMM alleging BJP’s deployment of electronic experts outside counting centers and demanding restrictions on internet services and gadgets within a two-kilometer radius. The results for UP’s nine bypoll seats and 46 seats across 13 states, including Bihar and Rajasthan, will also be revealed today. Additionally, Wayanad’s by-election results will determine Priyanka Gandhi’s potential debut as an MP.

The political landscape of Maharashtra is witnessing a high-stakes battle as the ruling Mahayuti alliance and the Opposition MVA square off

Counting of votes for the Maharashtra Assembly elections 2024 began at 8 am, with the postal ballots being opened first, followed by EVMs. The BJP-NCP-Sena ruling alliance - Mahayuti - is off to a flying start in early trends and leads on over 170 seats.

The ruling Mahayuti alliance has opened a very early lead as counting began Saturday morning for the Maharashtra Assembly election.

The counting of votes for the Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly polls began at 8 am with postal ballots, and the result for the first round of counting is expected by 9:30.