Maharashtra Election Seat-Sharing Suspense Continues As Nomination Deadline Ends

As the nomination deadline for the Maharashtra assembly elections closed, both the ruling Mahayuti and opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi alliances are facing uncertainty and suspense. The exact number of candidates fielded by each party is unclear due to dual nominations in some seats and rebellion in others. The BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP have filed the majority of nominations, with some seats left unfilled to support smaller parties. Maha Vikas Aghadi is struggling with dual candidacies in five crucial constituencies, potentially weakening their unity. Meanwhile, Mahayuti is dealing with rebellion from denied ticket candidates, posing a challenge to their official candidates. The outcome of the elections will depend on how well each alliance manages these internal issues.