Maharashtra
Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024: Mahayuti Alliance Holds Off On Naming CM Eknath Shinde As Chief Ministerial Candidate, Keeping Election Strategy Fluid

Mumbai: As Maharashtra prepares for upcoming state elections, all eyes are on the Mahayuti alliance, which includes the Shiv Sena (Shinde faction), BJP, and NCP (Ajit Pawar faction). While current Chief Minister Eknath Shinde is set to lead the alliance, there’s hesitance to officially name him as the Chief Ministerial candidate. Instead, Mahayuti is urging the opposition Mahavikas Aghadi (MVA) to announce their candidate while strategically holding off on confirming Shinde’s nomination. This tactic has led analysts to speculate about the delay, particularly since Shinde is seen as the clear frontrunner.
Reasons For The Delay
One key reason for this delay is the need for strategic flexibility. Maharashtra’s political landscape is highly dynamic, with rapid shifts in voter sentiment and fragile alliances. The current environment is especially complex due to faction splits within major parties, making it prudent for Mahayuti to keep its options open. By not immediately locking in Shinde as the candidate, the alliance can adapt to last-minute political changes as the campaign unfolds.
Another consideration is maintaining the balance of power within the alliance. Eknath Shinde’s leadership has solidified his position within Mahayuti but with significant players like the BJP and Ajit Pawar’s NCP involved, prematurely naming him could risk alienating key allies. The leadership appears committed to ensuring all factions feel included in post-election discussions, fostering unity within the coalition.
Delaying the announcement also allows the alliance to concentrate on collective goals rather than putting the spotlight solely on Shinde. By avoiding a singular focus on him, Mahayuti can emphasize broader issues such as development and governance, where they have established credibility, rather than making the election a referendum on his leadership.
What Would Happen If There’s An Early Declaration Of Chief Ministerial Candidate?
Additionally, early declaration of a Chief Ministerial candidate can lead to voter polarization. Although Shinde has a solid support base among Shiv Sena followers, there are certain demographics that might hesitate to back him due to caste or regional factors. By waiting, Mahayuti aims to attract undecided voters and stay responsive to emerging challenges.
Despite the strategic postponements, Shinde remains a formidable candidate for Chief Minister. His journey from rickshaw driver to the state’s top office resonates deeply with many in Maharashtra. Known for his humility and strong work ethic, Shinde has earned respect for his hands-on approach, particularly in major infrastructure projects like the Samruddhi Mahamarg and Mumbai Metro expansion.
Shinde’s unique ability to blend tradition with modernity enhances his appeal. He honors Shiv Sena’s Hindutva legacy while adapting the party’s message to resonate with contemporary voters. His initiatives, such as the Majhi Ladki Bahin scheme, highlight his commitment to empowering women and preserving Maharashtra’s cultural heritage.
Moreover, his crisis management skills have been evident during natural disasters, where he has led with urgency and effectiveness. This track record has significantly improved the state’s disaster response capabilities.
While Mahayuti’s delay in announcing Shinde’s candidacy is a calculated strategy, his qualifications and dedication to Maharashtra’s development are undeniable. If the alliance secures victory, Shinde appears poised to continue steering the state toward progress with his dynamic leadership style.
Crime
Mumbai Crime News: Three Zaveri Bazaar Traders Booked For Allegedly Defrauding Investors In Gold Trading Scam

Mumbai: Three traders from Zaveri Bazaar are alleged to have defrauded many individuals by guaranteeing substantial returns on their investments in the gold industry. They reportedly put in around Rs 44 crore into Dabba Trading, which included 36 kg of gold and nearly Rs 10 crore in cash.
When encountering losses, the traders stated that the business was struggling. A report was lodged at Lokmanya Tilak Marg police station regarding these traders. A trader located in the western suburbs with a shop in Zaveri Bazaar knew Ladulal, Pallav, and Shubham, who were recognized in the neighborhood for their business activities.
They persuaded the trader to invest, guaranteeing profitable returns via various business strategies, initially drawing in approximately Rs 2 crore in capital. A profitable return enhanced the trader’s confidence, prompting further investments of 36 kg of gold and Rs 10 crore.
When returns stopped, the trader looked for reasons, and although he received cheques from multiple accounts, none were dishonoured. Following the inquiry, it became evident that the three individuals had incurred losses of Rs 44 crore in dabba trading, leading the trader to complain.
Dabba trading is an unlawful activity conducted outside the stock exchange, without proper registration and regulation, resulting in significant losses for investors and tax evasion for the government, while misleadingly asserting greater returns than legitimate stock market investments.
Maharashtra
‘Jawab Do’: Congress Protests Against Election Commission In Mumbai After Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Vote Chori’ Allegations

Maharashtra Congress workers staged a protest in Mumbai against the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday, echoing Rahul Gandhi’s fresh allegations of large-scale electoral fraud.
Yesterday, the former Congress president claimed that democracy in India was under threat and called for judicial intervention. He alleged that between the Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha elections in Maharashtra, over one crore new voters were added to the rolls in just five months, a spike larger than the addition made in five years.
CCTV Footage Destruction Raises Eyebrows
Gandhi also accused the ECI of destroying CCTV footage from polling booths, despite questions over a suspicious surge in voting after 5.30 PM in certain areas. He alleged this was part of a cover-up, as Congress workers stationed at booths reported no such spike in voter turnout.
According to Gandhi, the Election Commission has refused to provide the voter list in an accessible format, instead handing over stacks of printed paper — deliberately formatted to block Optical Character Recognition (OCR) scanning.
“This is why we are being given data like this — so it is not analysed,” he said, adding that his team spent six months manually checking records for just one constituency.
Karnataka Example: “Vote Chori” in Mahadevapura
To highlight his claims, Gandhi cited findings from the Mahadevapura Assembly constituency in Karnataka. He alleged over one lakh fraudulent votes were cast in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls there, including:
11,965 duplicate voters
40,009 fake/invalid addresses
10,452 bulk voters (same address)
4,132 invalid photos
33,692 misuse of Form 6
In Bangalore Central Lok Sabha seat, Congress won six out of seven segments but lost Mahadevapura by over 1,14,000 votes — a margin Gandhi says was inflated by “vote chori.”
Maharashtra
Mumbai Tragedy: Couple Fatally Run Over By Dumper In Bhayandar As 2-Wheeler Skids While Overtaking; Disturbing CCTV Footage Surfaces

Mumbai: A tragic road accident in Bhayandar, a few kilometres away from Mumbai, on Thursday claimed the lives of a couple after their two-wheeler skidded and they fell in front of a dumper while overtaking it. The husband died instantly, while his wife succumbed to injuries on the way to the hospital. A CCTV footage of the deadly crash has surfaced on the internet.
The deceased were identified as Nilesh Mali, 54, and his wife Manju, 50, residents of Uttan. According to police, the couple was travelling to Mira Road when the incident occurred on the Bhayandar West stretch towards Mira Road, near the Radhaswamy Satsang area. Nilesh attempted to overtake the dumper from the left side when he lost control, causing the two-wheeler to skid. Both fell onto the road directly in front of the heavy vehicle, which ran over them.
CCTV Captures Exact Moments Of Deadly Accident
Disturbing CCTV footage of the accident has surfaced online, showing the two-wheeler edging ahead of the dumper before losing balance. Within seconds, the couple was crushed under the vehicle’s wheels. In the video, onlookers can be seen rushing to help, with some urging the driver to reverse in a desperate attempt to free the victims. Manju was seen writhing in pain before she lost consciousness.
Passersby immediately alerted the police, who arrived at the spot shortly after. Locals detained the dumper driver and handed him over to the authorities. Nilesh sustained fatal head injuries and was declared dead at the scene. Manju, despite being rushed to a nearby hospital, could not survive the severe trauma.
Overtaking Led To Fatal Accident, Say Cops
A police officer stated that poor balance during the overtaking manoeuvre was the primary cause of the incident. “The two-wheeler skidded when Nilesh tried to overtake from the left. Both fell in front of the dumper, leading to the fatal runover,” the officer said, as quoted by Hindustan Times.
The police have booked the dumper driver under Section 106(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (culpable homicide not amounting to murder). The driver’s statement is being recorded and his vehicle has been seized for inspection.
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