Maharashtra Elections 2024: Key Alliances Face Internal Strife Amidst Nomination Withdrawals

As Maharashtra prepares for assembly elections, major alliances grapple with internal dissensions and strategic candidacies, shaping a complex electoral landscape.

Ajit Pawar is positioned as a potential 'kingmaker' in the Maharashtra elections, with the NCP defending controversial candidacies against BJP opposition.
Nawab Malik's candidacy from Mankhurd-Shivajinagar is under scrutiny, with the BJP opposing due to alleged links, while his daughter receives BJP support in a different constituency.
A viral audio clip reveals BJP's Devendra Fadnavis pledging support for NCP's Sunil Shelke in Maval, highlighting strategic cross-party cooperation within the Mahayuti alliance.
Rebel and independent candidates are expected to significantly influence election outcomes, as seen in a surge of nominations and withdrawals, echoing past electoral disruptions.
The Maharashtra assembly elections are scheduled for November 20, with results to be declared on November 23, amid ongoing political maneuvering and alliance tensions.