NDA Triumphs in Maharashtra, INDIA Holds Fort in Jharkhand Assembly Elections
In a day that could reshape the political landscape, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) delivered a commanding performance in Maharashtra while the INDIA alliance retained its grip in Jharkhand. These assembly elections, held amidst political realignments and splits within major parties, set the stage for significant shifts in power dynamics.
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VIDEO | Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde (@mieknathshinde) speaks to media at his official residence ‘Varsha’ in Mumbai. He thanked people of Maharashtra for the NDA’s landslide victory. #MaharashtraElectionResults #ElectionResults2024WithPTI pic.twitter.com/BJcnStLKpg
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Maharashtra Assembly Elections: NDA’s Commanding Win
Three hours into vote counting, the NDA appears poised for a decisive victory in Maharashtra, countering predictions of a fractured mandate. The BJP, contesting 148 seats, emerged as the backbone of the Mahayuti coalition, with significant contributions from Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena faction (80 seats) and Ajit Pawar’s NCP group (52 seats).
This marks the first election after the dramatic splits in both the NCP and Shiv Sena. In 2019, the BJP secured 105 seats, while the undivided Shiv Sena and NCP won 56 and 54, respectively. However, the current trends show Eknath Shinde gaining an edge over Uddhav Thackeray, bolstered by welfare schemes and strong campaigning.
VIDEO | Maharashtra Election Results: Shiv Sena workers celebrate party’s good show in Mumbai. They are distributing sweets, and dancing to the beats of drums. #MaharashtraElectionResults pic.twitter.com/fPSjXS1FFU
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) November 23, 2024
The opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA)—a coalition of Congress (102 seats), Uddhav-led Shiv Sena (96 seats), and Sharad Pawar’s NCP (86 seats)—struggled to make a significant dent. Analysts attribute this to internal divisions and a formidable NDA campaign.
For Uddhav Thackeray, this election was a fight to assert his leadership and legacy, but the results suggest that Eknath Shinde has emerged as the dominant figure in the state’s political landscape. Similarly, Ajit Pawar’s alliance with the NDA has dealt a blow to Sharad Pawar’s attempt to maintain political control.
Jharkhand: INDIA Alliance Holds Strong
In Jharkhand, the INDIA alliance, led by the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), appears to have retained power, with Chief Minister Hemant Soren leveraging his government’s performance and promises. Meanwhile, the BJP-led NDA campaigned aggressively, focusing on tribal rights and targeting the JMM’s governance.
Prominent candidates included Hemant Soren, his wife Kalpana Soren, and his sister-in-law Sita Soren, while the BJP fielded heavyweights like Babulal Marandi and Amar Kumar Bauri. Despite a strong campaign, the BJP could not overturn the incumbents’ momentum.
Key Bypolls Across India
Beyond the two major state elections, bypolls in various states added to the political intrigue. In Kerala’s Wayanad, Congress’s Priyanka Gandhi Vadra contested a high-profile Lok Sabha bypoll, while Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh witnessed keenly fought assembly bypolls.
Implications for National Politics
The Maharashtra verdict solidifies the NDA’s position, signaling strong voter support for the BJP’s governance model. On the other hand, INDIA’s resilience in Jharkhand underlines its ability to hold ground against aggressive campaigns.
These elections also highlight the shifting allegiances and internal struggles within regional parties like the NCP and Shiv Sena, which are likely to influence coalition politics in the lead-up to the general elections.
With bypoll results adding to the mix, the outcomes mark a pivotal moment in shaping India’s political future.
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