Maharashtra Elections: Mahayuti Finalizes Seat Sharing—BJP and Shinde Faction to Contest on These Seats

The seat-sharing formula for the Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra has been finalized. According to sources, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will contest elections from 151 seats, while the Shiv Sena faction led by Eknath Shinde will be allocated 84 seats. Additionally, 53 seats have been reserved for Ajit Pawar's faction. An announcement regarding this significant decision is expected to be made soon. This development follows a recent meeting held at Amit Shah's residence in Delhi, where party leaders convened to discuss and strategize for the upcoming elections. The leaders emphasized the importance of unity among the parties in preparation for the electoral battle ahead.  The allocation of seats is anticipated to have a notable impact on the political landscape in Maharashtra, particularly on the Mahavikas Aghadi alliance, which consists of the Shiv Sena, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), and the Indian National Congress. The seat-sharing arrangement is likely to intensify political competition, as it could alter voter dynamics and influence the strategies of opposing parties. As the election date approaches, the atmosphere in Maharashtra's political sphere is expected to heat up, with parties gearing up to solidify their positions and rally support among their respective constituencies. The finalization of the seat-sharing deal marks a crucial step in the BJP and Shinde faction's preparations for the polls, setting the stage for a highly competitive electoral showdown.