Maharashtra Elections: High-Stakes Battle Unfolds with 8,000 Candidates

The political landscape in Maharashtra sees an intense contest with nearly 8,000 candidates filing nominations for 288 assembly seats. The ruling BJP is contesting the most seats at 148, with other major parties like the Congress, Shiv Sena, and NCP also fielding significant numbers of candidates.

Maharashtra's electoral scene is heating up as nearly 8,000 candidates vie for 288 assembly seats. The ruling BJP leads by contesting 148 seats, surpassing other major parties including Congress and the NCP.

Candidates from alliances like Mahyuti and Maha Vikas Aghadi have inundated the Election Commission with over 10,000 nominations. Prominent figures such as Dada Bhuse and Chhagan Bhujbal are among those in the fray.

With polls set for November 20, Maharashtra braces for a political showdown as the state anticipates the outcome on November 23, deciding its future leadership.

(With inputs from agencies.)