BMC Election: Cash, Bags, Washing Machines Seized in 'Lakshmi Darshan' Incidents

• Covert campaigning and 'Lakshmi Darshan' (voter enticement) reported across 29 municipal corporations.
• Jalgaon: Video of money distribution goes viral; independent candidates file complaint against Shiv Sena (Shinde faction).
• Mumbai: Thackeray faction official accused of distributing money, which was allegedly flushed down a toilet to destroy evidence.
• Ulhasnagar: Independent candidate chases rickshaw, finds bag of cash; alleges BJP involvement, which BJP denies.
• Pimpri-Chinchwad: Flying squad seizes 19 washing machines intended for voter distribution.

Why It Matters: Widespread voter enticement, including cash and gifts, mars municipal elections across Maharashtra.