It’s a high-stakes day in Maharashtra! The much-anticipated vote counting for the 2024 Assembly Elections is underway, and Mumbai, as always, is at the center of attention. From Colaba to Dahisar, Ghatkopar to Bandra, counting is taking place across multiple centers under tight security. Over 30,000 personnel have been deployed to ensure a smooth and transparent process. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation in the entire state as the fate of Maharashtra’s 288 assembly seats is decided in the Maharashtra Election Results 2024.
23 November,2024 10:06 AM IST
Amid the ongoing voting in the Maharashtra Election 2024, setting an inspiring example of democracy, a 29-year-banker reached a polling booth in Virar East direct from her haldi function and cast her franchise. Her hands, face and neck were covered in haldi paste. Sayali Rajendra Vartak, the bride-to-be from Virar, came to the polling booth to cast her vote despite her busy wedding preparations. Sayali, is set to get married in Rajasthan. On the other hand, BJP MP from Mumbai’s North Constituency Piyush Goyal was seen casting a vote at one of the Borivali polling booths. People from the Transgender community were also seen exercising their voting rights. Also, a young voter from Dombivli traveled 12,500 kilometers from Canada to exercise his voting right! Voters are urged to cast their votes by 6 PM.
20 November,2024 05:01 PM IST
Amid the ongoing voting in the Maharashtra Election 2024, Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde and his wife Vrushali Shrikant Shinde were seen at the polling booth casting their votes. Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde said, "The atmosphere is good, people are coming out of their homes to vote. People are happy with the development work that has been done in the last two and a half years. Ladli Behna Yojana is an effective scheme and women are voting in large numbers for their brother. We are doing the politics of development."
20 November,2024 03:12 PM IST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde cast his vote at a polling booth in Thane for the Maharashtra Assembly elections. He was accompanied by his wife, Lata Shinde, son Shrikant Shinde, and daughter-in-law Vrushali Shrikant Shinde. After voting, CM Shinde encouraged the people of Maharashtra to go out and vote, emphasizing the importance of participating in the democratic process. He expressed confidence that the Mahayuti (the alliance of Shiv Sena, BJP, and other supporting parties) would win with a resounding victory. The Chief Minister’s visit highlighted the significance of the election and urged citizens to make their voices heard through their votes. Watch the vidfeo for more.
20 November,2024 12:52 PM IST
On November 18, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde sharply criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his comments about the Dharavi redevelopment project. Shinde claimed that Rahul Gandhi provided incorrect information, stating that 2 lakh people would get homes in Dharavi. Shinde also mocked Gandhi's recent appearance with a safe during a press conference, saying he had brought the "tijori" (safe) to loot Maharashtra, instead of helping it. Shinde urged the people of Dharavi to focus on the benefits of the redevelopment project, which he called Asia's largest, and to ignore political figures. On the other hand, Rahul Gandhi had earlier mocked Prime Minister Modi's remark “ek hain to safe hain,” by bringing out a safe during the press meet to highlight his criticism.
19 November,2024 11:52 AM IST
Yamini Jadhav, the current MLA who contested the Lok Sabha election for the South Mumbai constituency, is now running again in her home turf. In this exclusive interview, she discusses the work she has accomplished along with her husband, Yashwant Jadhav. Confident in her chances, she claims the couple has transformed Byculla, asserting she needs no introduction in her constituency. She mentioned she hasn't looked into her opponents, trusting instead in the loyalty of her voters.
15 November,2024 06:18 PM IST
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Maharashtra Election 2024 is just a few days away and the candidates are campaigning intensely to grab their seat in the assembly elections. One of the most interesting battles is that of Sena vs Sena in the Worli constituency. While Worli has always been a bastion of the undivided Shiv Sena, the voters will be voting a split Shiv Sena this Assembly Elections. Giving a competition to Shiv Sena (UBT)’s Aaditya Thackeray is Milind Deora from the Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena. In an exclusive chat with Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor, Milind Deora talks about Worli’s issues, challenging Aaditya Thackeray and vision for Mumbai.
15 November,2024 03:33 PM IST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde addressed a rally in Washim ahead of Maharashtra polls in support of Bhavana Gawali, the Mahayuti Shinde faction's candidate for MLC. During his speech, CM Shinde criticized the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance, calling them “Vanvasi” (outsiders). He emphasized the importance of having every MLA from the Mahayuti alliance, saying their unity was crucial. Shinde also targeted the Congress MLA from Washim, declaring that the people of the region would vote him out in the upcoming elections. He expressed confidence that the support of the locals would ensure a win for Bhavana Gawali and strengthen the Mahayuti's position in the state. His speech focused on rallying support for Gawali and attacking the opposition in the region.
13 November,2024 11:00 AM IST
Sena leader Govinda has appealed to the people to support Mahayuti in the upcoming elections. He expressed gratitude for the love and respect shown by people, especially Jaiswal Ji, during his visits. Govinda emphasized the importance of unity among leaders like Shinde Saheb, Ajit Pawar, Fadnavis Ji, Athawale Saheb, and Prime Minister Modi to serve the nation effectively. He highlighted Shinde Saheb's progressive leadership in Maharashtra and described the ongoing political changes as a new beginning. Govinda praised the focus on youth and women's empowerment, calling it a positive shift for the state. He urged everyone to stay patient, keep faith in the leadership, and work towards a complete victory for Mahayuti. Govinda's message focused on teamwork, progress, and dedication to public service.
12 November,2024 11:34 AM IST
Exclusive
Like every Mumbaikar now political fraternity too has started talking about growing indiscipline and unregulated traffic movement on the city streets, be it arterial or main road or a or highway. Former guardian minister of Mumbai and Next Gen Thackeray leader— Aaditya Thackeray in a candid interview to Mid-Day before the Maharashtra Elections 2024, mentioned that if voted to power he plans to put at least one policeman on every possible street to increase enforcement/awareness of traffic and reduce congestion.
11 November,2024 12:20 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
