Overview

• Muslim leaders in Maharashtra express dissatisfaction over the low representation of Muslim candidates by major political parties, planning a strategic meeting on October 29.
• Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis filed his nomination for the Nagpur South West constituency, emphasizing the BJP's development-oriented agenda.
• Rahul Gandhi criticizes Maharashtra Congress leaders for their handling of seat-sharing negotiations within the Maharashtra Vikas Aghadi alliance.
• The Samajwadi Party, in alliance with Congress, claims to have a strategy to defeat the BJP in Uttar Pradesh bypolls, focusing on the PDA formula.
• Political dynamics in Maharashtra are intensifying with key constituencies witnessing fierce competition between ruling and opposition alliances.