Maharashtra and Jharkhand Elections Announced Amid Political Tensions

Maharashtra gears up for a single-phase election on November 20, while Jharkhand's polls will occur in two phases amid BJP's strategic maneuvers.

Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti alliance, led by Eknath Shinde and supported by Devendra Fadnavis, has already designated its chief ministerial candidate, contrasting with the opposition MVA's lack of announcement.
The Election Commission of India has scheduled Maharashtra's assembly elections for a single phase on November 20, with results to be declared on November 23.
Jharkhand's elections will be conducted in two phases, with the BJP aiming for a solo majority despite past challenges and ongoing corruption allegations against the incumbent CM Hemant Soren.
Urban voter apathy remains a concern in Maharashtra, with the Election Commission hoping that a midweek polling day will boost turnout.
The BJP's strategy in Jharkhand includes leveraging Narendra Modi's popularity and avoiding naming a specific chief ministerial candidate to prevent internal conflicts.