Maharashtra assembly election result 2024 latest update

Mahayuti Alliance Triumphs in Maharashtra: A Clean Sweep Unfolds

Historic Mandate Redefines Maharashtra Politics

The Mahayuti alliance, a coalition of BJP, Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena, and Ajit Pawar-led NCP, dominates Maharashtra’s Assembly elections, leading in 152 seats and securing 76 wins by 5:00 p.m. Smaller allies JSS and RYSP hold leads in 3 seats. Meanwhile, the Opposition Maha Vikas Agadhi (MVA) lags, leading in 37 seats with only 25 win.

Here is the Maharashtra assembly election result 2024 Party Wise latest Results

PARTY	WON	LEADING	TOTAL
Bharatiya Janata Party – BJP	51	81	132
Shiv Sena – SHS	24	32	56
Nationalist Congress Party – NCP	23	18	41
Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) – SHSUBT	10	10	20
Indian National Congress – INC	5	11	16
Nationalist Congress Party – Sharadchandra Pawar – NCPSP	5	5	10
Samajwadi Party – SP	1	1	2
Jan Surajya Shakti – JSS	1	1	2
Rashtriya Yuva Swabhiman Party – RSHYVSWBHM	0	1	1
Rashtriya Samaj Paksha – RSPS	0	1	1
All India Majlis-E-Ittehadul Muslimeen – AIMIM	0	1	1
Communist Party of India (Marxist) – CPI(M)	1	0	1
Peasants And Workers Party of India – PWPI	0	1	1
Rajarshi Shahu Vikas Aghadi – RSVA	1	0	1
Independent – IND	1	1	2
TOTAL	135	153	283

Four Cs That Shaped the Election Outcome

1. Cash: Direct benefits like the Ladki Bahin Yojana boosted the alliance, resonating especially with women voters.
2. Caste: BJP’s reverse-polarization strategy countered Maratha unrest, ensuring broad OBC support.
3. Communalism: Polarizing slogans reinforced BJP’s grip on conservative voter bases.
4. Crops: Despite agrarian distress, the Opposition failed to leverage falling crop prices effectively.

Strategic Implications for the BJP

With a decisive victory, BJP’s dominance grows, but the role of allies Shinde and Pawar remains uncertain. Tactical alliances may persist until upcoming battles like the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections and regional self-government polls are won, paving the way for a BJP-led, Opposition-free Maharashtra.

Here is a Map of Maharashtra assembly election result 2024

Mahayuti’s Mega Victory: Reshaping Maharashtra’s Political Landscape

The Mahayuti alliance—comprising BJP, Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena, and Ajit Pawar’s NCP—has secured a commanding lead in Maharashtra’s 288-seat Assembly elections, signaling a landslide victory. The coalition is leading in 214 seats and has already won 8, overshadowing the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), which trails far behind with leads in just 56 seats and one confirmed victory.

Women Voters Turn the Tide

For the first time in Maharashtra’s history, women outnumbered men at polling stations, signaling the impact of direct cash transfer schemes like the Ladki Bahin Yojana. Promising cash handouts ranging from ₹1,500 to ₹2,100 monthly, the Shinde-led government struck a chord with rural women. Opposition promises of higher payouts failed to sway voters, underscoring the appeal of immediate benefits.

The Caste Equation: A Masterstroke

Facing backlash from Maratha groups, BJP strategically pivoted to solidify OBC support. Behind-the-scenes efforts led by Bhupendra Yadav and the RSS neutralized caste dynamics, mitigating the Maratha agitation’s impact. This low-profile, high-impact strategy strengthened the coalition’s foothold in rural and semi-urban constituencies.

Communal Strategy in Play

The BJP blended social engineering with a calibrated communal narrative. Polarizing slogans, coupled with Yogi Adityanath’s fiery campaign rhetoric, added to the alliance’s momentum. Despite doubts about communalism’s role in Maharashtra politics, the results indicate its undeniable influence.

Farming Distress Fails to Dent Coalition

Agrarian issues like falling onion, soybean, and cotton prices failed to generate the expected backlash. Even in regions grappling with farm crises, voters leaned towards the ruling alliance, dismissing the Opposition’s promises of higher crop support prices.

What Lies Ahead for BJP and Its Allies?

The BJP’s decisive win bolsters its political stature, but questions loom over its alliance dynamics. While Shinde and Ajit Pawar remain critical for short-term strategies, such as the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections, BJP’s ultimate goal appears to be establishing complete dominance in the state.

This election marks a turning point in Maharashtra politics, with the Mahayuti alliance not just winning but reshaping the state’s power structure. The Opposition now faces the daunting task of regrouping in a landscape where BJP is steadily working towards an “Opposition-mukt Maharashtra.” (By Pentagonlive.com) content source is (election commission of india)