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Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024 LIVE Updates: Maharashtra is gearing up for a smooth electoral process as the state prepares for voting today. With polling started at 7 AM, security arrangements have been tightened across polling booths to ensure a peaceful and orderly voting experience for all citizens. All 288 constituencies of Maharashtra will go to polls today in a high-stakes clash between the ruling Mahayuti alliance and the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA). Voter turnout remains a critical focus, with both the Election Commission and local initiatives urging citizens to exercise their franchise.
In the ruling Mahayuti alliance, the Bharatiya Janata Party is contesting on 149 seats, Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena on 81 seats, while Ajit Pawar’s Nationalist Congress Party is in the fray for 59 constituencies. Meanwhile, the opposition Congress will contest on 101 seats, Uddhav’s Shiv Sena has fielded candidates on 95 seats, and Sharad Pawar’s NCP on 86 seats.
Key leaders in the fray include Chief Minister Eknath Shinde from Kopri—Pachpakhadi, who faces Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate Kedar Prakash Dighe. Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is contesting from his stronghold, Nagpur South West, against Congress’ Prafulla Gudadhe. Meanwhile, NCP leader and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar is vying to retain Baramati, a traditional stronghold of the Pawar family, against Yungendra Pawar of NCP (SP)
Actor Sonu Sood leaves a polling booth in Mumbai after casting his vote for Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024. He said, "It is everybody's responsibility to go out and vote. It's very important for the country."
#watch | Actor Sonu Sood leaves from a polling booth in Mumbai after casting his vote for #maharashtraassemblyelections2024 He says, "It is everybody's responsibility to go out and vote. It's very important for the country..." pic.twitter.com/MqCRB6XuRk
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
MNS chief Raj Thackeray's son & candidate from Mahim, Amit Thackeray said, "Step out in large numbers and vote. I believe (that he is going to win)."
#watch | #maharashtraassemblyelections2024 | MNS chief Raj Thackeray's son & candidate from Mahim, Amit Thackeray says, "Step out in large numbers and vote... I believe (that he is going to win)." pic.twitter.com/5Ld5RR48kh
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Actor John Abraham leaves a polling booth in Mumbai after casting his vote for Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024.
#watch | Actor John Abraham leaves from a polling booth in Mumbai after casting his vote for #maharashtraassemblyelections2024. pic.twitter.com/SEMBMBQlNE
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
After casting his vote, Zeeshan Siddiqui said, "For the first time, I have come alone to vote. My father (Baba Siddiqui) is no more. This is different but this will have to be done. I know that my father is with me. I started my day by visiting the graveyard in the morning...I think everyone must vote."
#watch | Zeeshan Siddiqui says, "For the first time, I have come alone to vote. My father (Baba Siddiqui) is no more. This is different but this will have to be done. I know that my father is with me. I started my day by visiting the graveyard in the morning...I think everyone… https://t.co/WoBKRju8Rc pic.twitter.com/ywWNFg0pYQ— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Filmmaker and actor Farhan Akhtar shows his inked finger after casting his vote for Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024, at a polling booth in Bandra, Mumbai.
#watch | Filmmaker and actor Farhan Akhtar shows his inked finger after casting his vote for #maharashtraassemblyelections2024, at a polling booth in Bandra, Mumbai. pic.twitter.com/R9wyvbphFx
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Mumbai: After casting his vote, Former Indian Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar says, "I have been an icon of the ECI (Election Commission of India) for quite some time now. The message I am giving is to vote. It is our responsibility. I urge everyone to come out and vote."
#watch | Mumbai: After casting his vote, Former Indian Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar says, "I have been an icon of the ECI (Election Commission of India) for quite some time now. The message I am giving is to vote. It is our responsibility. I urge everyone to come out and vote."… pic.twitter.com/5FPTjA4SSx
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
NCP candidate from Bandra East, Zeeshan Siddiqui casts his vote for Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024, at a polling booth in Mumbai.
#watch | NCP candidate from Bandra East, Zeeshan Siddiqui casts his vote for #maharashtraassemblyelections2024, at a polling booth in Mumbai. pic.twitter.com/KL4IatHLIU
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Former Indian Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, his wife, and their daughter cast their votes at a polling station in Mumbai.
#watch | | Former Indian Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, his wife and their daughter cast their votes at a polling station in Mumbai#maharashtraassemblyelections2024 pic.twitter.com/JX8WASuy4Y
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Mumbai: Actor Ali Fazal shows his inked finger after casting his vote.
#watch | Mumbai: Actor Ali Fazal shows his inked finger after casting his vote for #maharashtraassemblyelections2024 pic.twitter.com/GVspi9nAfA
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Congress leader & candidate from Brahmapuri Assembly, Vijay Wadettiwar casts his vote at a polling station in Brahmapuri.
#watch | #maharashtraassemblyelections2024 Congress leader and candidate from Brahmapuri Assembly, Vijay Wadettiwar casts his vote at a polling station in Brahmapuri.(Source: Congress) pic.twitter.com/uFeeXwWSO0
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Ahead of the voting for Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024, PM Modi tweeted, "Today, votes will be cast for all the seats of Maharashtra Assembly elections. I urge the voters of the state to be a part of it with full enthusiasm and add to the splendor of the festival of democracy. On this occasion, I appeal to all the youth and women voters to vote in large numbers."
आज महाराष्ट्र विधानसभा चुनाव की सभी सीटों के लिए वोट डाले जाएंगे। राज्य के मतदाताओं से मेरा आग्रह है कि वे पूरे उत्साह के साथ इसका हिस्सा बनें और लोकतंत्र के उत्सव की रौनक बढ़ाएं। इस अवसर पर सभी युवा और महिला मतदाताओं से अपील है कि वे बढ़ चढ़कर वोट डालें।
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 20, 2024
Thane, Maharashtra: CM Eknath Shinde's brother, Prakash Sambhaji Shinde offered prayers at a temple earlier today, as Maharashtra votes for its state assembly elections.
#watch | Thane, Maharashtra: Brother of CM Eknath Shinde, Prakash Sambhaji Shinde offered prayers at a temple earlier today, as Maharashtra votes for its state assembly elections. #maharashtraassemblyelections2024 pic.twitter.com/SMbiLbe28g
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule casts her vote at a polling station in Baramati. NCP has fielded Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and NCP-SCP has fielded Yugendra Pawar from the Baramati Assembly constituency.
#watch | #maharashtraassemblyelections2024 | NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule casts her vote at a polling station in Baramati.NCP has fielded Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and NCP-SCP has fielded Yugendra Pawar from the Baramati Assembly constituency. pic.twitter.com/u9bsZu9zSp
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Mumbai: Chief Electoral Officer of Maharashtra, S. Chockalingam casts his vote for Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024, at the polling booth in Sachivalay Gymkhana, under Colaba constituency.
#watch | Mumbai: Chief Electoral Officer of Maharashtra, S. Chockalingam casts his vote for #maharashtraassemblyelections2024, at the polling booth in Sachivalay Gymkhana, under Colaba constituency. pic.twitter.com/Qo3VwsbLP2
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Mumbai: After casting his vote, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das said, "The arrangements (at the polling station) were very good. I congratulate the Election Commission. The elections are being held in the middle of the week, so everyone is expecting a high voter turnout."
#watch | Mumbai: After casting his vote, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das says, "The arrangements (at the polling station) were very good. I congratulate the Election Commission. The elections are being held in the middle of the week, so everyone is expecting a high voter turnout." pic.twitter.com/aFDgdQnaSt
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Actor Akshay Kumar shows his inked finger after casting his vote for Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024. He said, "The arrangements here are very good as I can see that arrangements for senior citizens are very good and cleanliness has been maintained. I want everyone to come out and cast their votes."
#watch | Mumbai: Actor Akshay Kumar shows his inked finger after casting his vote for #maharashtraassemblyelections2024 He says "The arrangements here are very good as I can see that arrangements for senior citizens are very good and cleanliness has been maintained. I want… pic.twitter.com/QXpmDuBKJ7
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Maharashtra: Shiv Sena candidate from Mumba Devi seat, Shaina NC's daughter Shanaya Munot said "She has put up a very good fight. She has always been someone that's been pro-development...As we see reactions from the ground, the public is showing us their support and I hope people come out and exercise their right to vote..."
#watch | Maharashtra: Shiv Sena candidate from Mumba Devi seat, Shaina NC's daughter Shanaya Munot says "She has put up a very good fight. She has always been someone that's been pro-development...As we see reactions from the ground, the public is showing us their support and I… pic.twitter.com/cXSURkdptV
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Mumbai: BMC Commissioner & District Election Officer Bhushan Gagrani shows his inked finger after casting his vote for Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024.
#watch | Mumbai: BMC Commissioner and District Election Officer Bhushan Gagrani shows his inked finger after casting his vote for #maharashtraassemblyelections2024 pic.twitter.com/DM63oIDYes
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Mumbai: After casting her vote for Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024, Actor Gautami Kapoor said, "I feel great. I think casting a vote is amazing. You feel liberated and I think it is very important for every citizen to vote because every vote makes a huge difference. So, please vote...It's very important, we can change the country."
#watch | Mumbai: After casting her vote for #maharashtraassemblyelections2024, actor Gautami Kapoor says, "I feel great. I think casting a vote is amazing. You feel liberated and I think it is very important for every citizen to vote because every vote makes a huge difference.… pic.twitter.com/W6MRdPTsik
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Maharashtra: Shiv Sena candidate from Mumba Devi seat, Shaina NC and her daughter Shanaya Munot cast their votes for Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024.
Shaina said, "I want to appeal to my Mumbaikars to come out and cast their votes. You can raise if you cast your votes, you can criticise if you cast your votes. I have the blessings of Maa Mumba Devi. I hope people will give me a chance to work for the truth with full accountability and transparency."
#watch | Maharashtra: Shiv Sena candidate from Mumba Devi seat, Shaina NC and her daughter Shanaya Munot show their inked fingers after casting their votes for #maharashtraassemblyelections2024Shaina NC says "I want to appeal to my Mumbaikars to come out and cast their votes.… pic.twitter.com/ho49sHV2KZ— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Baramati: NCP-SCP candidate from Baramati Assembly seat, Yugendra Pawar said, "I am 100% confident that the people of Baramati will not forget Sharad Pawar and will bless us."
#watch | Baramati: NCP-SCP candidate from Baramati Assembly seat, Yugendra Pawar says, "...I am 100% confident that the people of Baramati will not forget Sharad Pawar and will bless us."#maharashtraassemblyelections2024 pic.twitter.com/QJMOzxdwZq
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Baramati: On allegations against Supriya Sule and Nana Patole, Ajit Pawar said "An inquiry will be done and the truth will come in front of the people."
On the CM face, he said "We will have a meeting with all the elected MLAs of Mahayuti and then we will decide who will be the Chief Minister."
#watch | Baramati: Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP candidate from Baramati Assembly constituency, Ajit Pawar says "We have done the work, we want to work and we have the vision for future developments. I have faith in the voters of Baramati that they will make me victorious and… pic.twitter.com/utIi5ES0ir
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Baramati: While speaking to media, Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP candidate from Baramati Assembly constituency, Ajit Pawar said, "We have done the work, we want to work and we have the vision for future developments. I have faith in the voters of Baramati that they will make me victorious and send me to the Assembly for the 8th time."
#watch | Baramati: Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP candidate from Baramati Assembly constituency, Ajit Pawar says "We have done the work, we want to work and we have the vision for future developments. I have faith in the voters of Baramati that they will make me victorious and… pic.twitter.com/utIi5ES0ir
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Film director Kabir Khan arrives at a polling booth in Mumbai to cast his vote for Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024.
#watch | Film director Kabir Khan arrives at a polling booth in Mumbai to cast his vote for #maharashtraassemblyelections2024 pic.twitter.com/ALLWpoVYmi
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
While leaving from a polling booth in Mumbai, Actor Rajkummar Rao said, "It is very important (to vote). Everyone, please step out and vote. This is the voting day, it is very important."
#watch | Actor Rajkummar Rao leaves from a polling booth in Mumbai after casting his vote for #maharashtraassemblyelections2024.He says, "It is very important (to vote). Everyone, please step out and vote. This is the voting day, it is very important." pic.twitter.com/ySUFI3Loee
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Baramati: After casting his vote for Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024, Ajit Pawar said, "Mahayuti is going to form the government here."
#watch | Baramati: Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP candidate from Baramati Assembly constituency, Ajit Pawar shows his inked finger after casting his vote for #maharashtraelection2024 He says "Mahayuti is going to form the government here..." pic.twitter.com/oGsCBMMbsL
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
While speaking to ANI, Ashish Shelar urged voters to 'come out and carry out their responsibility. and be a part of the 'Vikas ki Ganga' of the state.'
On BJP leader Vinod Tawde and Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Sanjay Raut's 'note jihad' jibe, he said, "Uddhav Thackeray and Sanjay Raut's party does 'cut jihad'. Their party speaks the language of caste, they sought votes in the name of caste but people cut them away. He (Vinod Tawde) himself said, come and investigate. But what was found? Neither cash, not Rs 5 Crores, nor bag or diary...Holding a meeting is his right. This is an attack, they are losing so this has been done out of frustration."
#watch | Ashish Shelar says, "Come out and carry out your responsibility...Be a part of the 'Vikas ki ganga' of your state."On BJP leader Vinod Tawde and Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Sanjay Raut's 'note jihad' jibe, he says, "Uddhav Thackeray and Sanjay Raut's party does 'cut jihad'.… https://t.co/ZTmmBpQulF pic.twitter.com/P8dQtDb0Sj
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Maharashtra: After casting his vote, former Uttar Pradesh Governor and BJP leader Ram Naik said, "I cast my vote in every election. Looking at the atmosphere of the last few months, I feel that Vidya Thakur (BJP candidate) will be elected from here."
#watch | Mumbai, Maharashtra: After casting his vote, former Uttar Pradesh Governor and BJP leader Ram Naik says, "I cast my vote in every election. Looking at the atmosphere of the last few months, I feel that Vidya Thakur (BJP candidate) will be elected from here..."… pic.twitter.com/1IsplIyfnh
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Maharashtra: On allegations made against Supriya Sule and Nana Patole, Maharashtra Deputy CM and Baramati Assembly NCP Candidate Ajit Pawar said, "Whatever audio clip is being shown, I just know that I have worked with both of them. One of them is my sister and the other is someone with whom I have worked a lot. The audio clip has their voices, I can figure out from their tone. An inquiry will be done and everything will be clear."
#watch | On allegations against Supriya Sule and Nana Patole, Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP candidate from Baramati Assembly constituency, Ajit Pawar says "Whatever audio clip is being shown, I just know that I have worked with both of them. One of them is my sister and the other… pic.twitter.com/wgoEJrAFya
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Maharashtra: Mumbai BJP president and Bandra West Candidate candidate, Ashish Shelar casts his vote at a polling station in St. Stanislaus High School of Bandra in Mumbai.
#watch | #maharashtraassemblyelections2024 | Mumbai BJP president and candidate from Bandra West assembly constituency, Ashish Shelar casts his vote at a polling station in St. Stanislaus High School of Bandra in Mumbai. pic.twitter.com/VopuZsiP2p
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Nagpur, Maharashtra: After casting his vote, RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat said, "In a democracy, voting is a citizen's duty. Every citizen should perform this duty. I was in Uttaranchal, but I came here last night to cast my vote. Everyone should vote."
#watch | Nagpur, Maharashtra: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat says, "In a democracy, voting is a citizen's duty. Every citizen should perform this duty. I was in Uttaranchal, but I came here last night to cast my vote. Everyone should vote..."#maharashtraassemblyelections2024 https://t.co/TPje6eCYg2 pic.twitter.com/U6ePRamY7f
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
After casting his vote, Governor CP Radhakrishnan said, "Ours is the biggest democracy in the world. My appeal to all the youngsters, elders and women - they all should come and vote. Whomever they want to vote for is their choice but they should come out and vote. This is the basic duty of every citizen that whenever there is an election, we should go to the polling booth and vote."
#watch | Governor CP Radhakrishnan says, "Ours is the biggest democracy of the world. My appeal to all the youngsters, elders and women - they all should come and vote. Whomever they want to vote for is their choice but they should come out and vote. This is the basic duty of… https://t.co/L8IlOCYOE8 pic.twitter.com/b9YkUDazDp
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Governor C. P. Radhakrishnan casts his vote at the polling booth at Raj Bhavan in Mumbai, under Colaba Assembly constituency.
Mahayuti has fielded Rahul Narwekar (BJP) from here, he faces a contest from Maha Vikas Aghadi's Heera Devasi (Congress).
#watch | #maharashtraassemblyelections2024 | Governor C. P. Radhakrishnan casts his vote at the polling booth at Raj Bhavan in Mumbai, under Colaba Assembly constituency. Mahayuti has fielded Rahul Narwekar (BJP) from here, he faces a contest from Maha Vikas Aghadi's Heera… pic.twitter.com/WOxDNPzUCw
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat shows his inked finger after casting his vote at a polling booth in Nagpur for Maharashtra AssemblyElections 2024.
#watch | RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat shows his inked finger after casting his vote at a polling booth in Nagpur for #maharashtraassemblyelections2024 pic.twitter.com/Q9RVT3MZHO
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Shiv Sena candidate from Mumba Devi, Shaina NC said, "I have received the blessings of Maa Mumbadevi from the very first day... I hope that I work in service of the people and public interest...On hand there is our PM and on the other is the CM, Deputy CM - there has been cooperation from everyone...When we have the blessings of Ma Mumbadevi, I believe that victory is certain. I urge the people to come out and vote because when you vote, you carry out your moral responsibility."
On NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule and BJP leader Vinod Tawde, she stated, "I don't want to go into any speculation. This is the day of the decision. How Mahayuti govt has worked, we want to work at the same speed."
#watch | Maharashtra: Shiv Sena candidate from Mumba Devi, Shaina NC says, "I have received the blessings of Maa Mumbadevi from the very first day... I hope that I work in service of the people and public interest...On hand there is our PM and on the other is the CM, Deputy CM -… pic.twitter.com/w1sAFHgMTl
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP candidate from the Baramati Assembly constituency, Ajit Pawar addresses the media as he arrives at a polling station to cast his vote for Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024.
#watch | Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP candidate from Baramati Assembly constituency, Ajit Pawar speaks to media as he arrives at a polling station in Baramati to cast his vote for #maharashtraassemblyelections2024 pic.twitter.com/7ZO3NG5B11
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
Voting for the Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024 and the second & final phase of Jharkhand Assembly Elections 2024 begins at 7 am. In Maharashtra, polling is being held in all 288 assembly constituencies.
Voting for #maharashtraelection2024 and second & final phase of #jharkhandelection2024 begins. In Jharkhand, the remaining 38 out of the 81 seats are going to polls today. In Maharashtra, polling is being held in all 288 assembly constituencies. Voting for by-elections,… pic.twitter.com/TlKT306zJW
— ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2024
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