After three years, Maharashtra passes a bill granting Marathas 10% reservation in government jobs and education. This is the third attempt in a decade to address their concerns. Marathas, a significant community in Maharashtra, have historically held influence but felt sidelined. Previous efforts,...
Eknath Shinde has stepped down as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra following the Mahayuti alliance’s resounding victory in the assembly elections. Shinde submitted his resignation to Governor C P Radhakrishnan, who requested him to serve as a caretaker CM until a successor is appointed.
The spotlight now shifts to the selection of the next chief minister, with BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis and Shinde both emerging as contenders. The BJP, which secured 132 seats to become the single-largest party, has bolstered its claim to the top post. However, the Shiv Sena, led by Shinde, is demanding continuity in leadership, citing coalition precedents and support from the party’s MLAs and the Maratha community.
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The Maharashtra Assembly elections once again spotlighted the opposition’s habit of blaming EVMs when results don’t favor them. In Solapur's Markadwadi village, NCP(SP) supporters, upset over BJP’s Ram Satpute leading locally despite Uttamrao Jankar’s overall win, planned an illegal ballot “re-election.” Authorities rightly shut it down, calling it anti-democratic. Ironically, EVMs—introduced by Congress—are now their scapegoat. Locals dismissed the rhetoric, crediting Satpute’s development work, with one saying, “He earned his votes, no tampering needed.”
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As the Maharashtra Assembly election results are unveiled, Oneindia takes a closer look at the accuracy of exit polls and pre-election predictions. Were pollsters able to accurately gauge the voter sentiment, or did surprises unfold in the final tally? Join us as we explore whether Maharashtra’s electoral landscape mirrored the expectations of the pollsters or defied them.
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After receiving Indian citizenship, Akshay Kumar has cast his first vote in the Maharashtra Assembly elections. The actor was spotted at the polling booth early in the morning at 7 AM. He not only cast his vote but also interacted with the people present at the booth. A video of Akshay Kumar voting has gone viral, garnering attention.
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Sanjay Potnis, Shiv Sena politician and Maharashtra Legislative Assembly member from Kalina, congratulated voters who cast their votes early and encouraged others to do the same. Emphasizing development as his main agenda, Potnis focused on growth and progress for his constituency. He expressed confidence that if the Maha Vikas Aghadi coalition wins in Kalina, significant changes will follow, leading to improvements in the area.
Voices from Garib Nagar: How Mumbai’s Slum Dwellers Are Shaping Maharashtra’s 2024 Election" delves into the lives and concerns of the residents of Garib Nagar, one of Mumbai's largest slums, as they prepare to cast their votes in the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections. This report highlights the issues they face, from inadequate infrastructure to the demand for better housing, healthcare, and employment opportunities. The piece explores how these marginalized communities are voicing their demands and how their votes could significantly impact the electoral outcome. With political leaders vying for their attention, Garib Nagar’s residents are proving to be a key demographic in the shaping of Maharashtra’s political future
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The Maharashtra Legislative Assembly (lower house) unanimously passed the Maratha Reservation Bill tabled on Tuesday, which intended to extend 10 per cent... Mid-Day