The 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections were a tough battle between two major alliances:
- Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA): This group included:
- Congress
- Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray faction)
- NCP (Sharad Pawar faction)
- Mahayuti: This alliance included:
- BJP
- Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction)
- NCP (Ajit Pawar faction)
Who Won?
The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) emerged victorious with 30 out of 48 seats, performing well in urban areas like Mumbai and Pune. The alliance’s stronghold, especially through Shiv Sena (UBT) and Congress, helped secure the win.
The Mahayuti, despite its strong campaigning by the BJP and its allies, managed to secure only 17 seats, reflecting voter dissatisfaction in some regions
Key Wins:
- Shiv Sena (UBT) candidates won important constituencies like:
- Mumbai South Central (Anil Desai)
- Mumbai North West (Amol Kirtikar)Hindustan Times.
- BJP retained strongholds in places like Mumbai North and North CentralHindustan Times.
Reasons Behind MVA’s Win:
- Strong Alliances: The collaboration between Congress, NCP (Sharad Pawar), and Shiv Sena (UBT) worked well.
- Public Sentiment: Issues like inflation and local governance influenced voters.
- Urban Focus: MVA gained in cities, reflecting support from middle-class and youth voters.
This election showcases a shift in Maharashtra’s political dynamics and sets the tone for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.