Ashok Chavan Joins BJP, Shakes Up Maharashtra Politics Ahead of Elections

Former Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan's switch to the BJP from Congress is expected to significantly impact the upcoming Rajya Sabha and general elections in the state.

Ashok Chavan, a key figure in Maharashtra politics, has left the Congress to join the BJP, marking a significant shift in the state's political landscape.
Chavan's departure from Congress, following the exits of other senior figures, poses a challenge to the party's plans for the Rajya Sabha elections and general elections.
The Congress is at risk of losing its Rajya Sabha seat in Maharashtra, as it now holds only 42 MLAs, barely above the threshold needed to secure a seat.
Chavan's move to the BJP is seen as a boost for the party, potentially allowing it to secure additional Rajya Sabha seats in Maharashtra.
The political realignment comes months ahead of the state polls and the general election, adding to the challenges faced by the Congress and its allies in the Maha Vikas Aghadi.