Maharashtra Civic Polls: Mahayuti Wins 68 Seats Unopposed Before Voting

• Mahayuti alliance secures 68 seats unopposed in Maharashtra civic polls even before polling day.
• BJP won 44 seats, Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena 22, and Ajit Pawar's NCP 2 without contest.
• BJP leaders credit CM Devendra Fadnavis and state unit president Ravindra Chavhan's strategy for early success.
• Opposition (Shiv Sena UBT, MNS) alleges use of money, threats, and manipulation of withdrawal deadlines.
• Shiv Sena UBT leader Sanjay Raut claims returning officers were pressured to accept late nomination withdrawals.

Why It Matters: Mahayuti alliance secures significant early wins in Maharashtra civic polls amidst opposition allegations.