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Maharashtra, Jharkhand Election Live Updates: JMM leaders Dharni Dhar Mandal and Sailendra Mandal join BJP
Maharashtra, Jharkhand Election Live Updates: In a bid to counter the ruling alliance, the MVA coalition announced on Wednesday several welfare measures for Maharashtra's residents, including Rs 3,000 monthly support and complimentary state transport bus travel for women. The Shiv Sena (UBT)-NCP(SP)-Congress alliance unveiled the Krishi Sammruddhi Yojana, offering farmers a Rs 3 lakh loan waiver and Rs 50,000 incentive for timely crop loan repayments before the November 20 assembly elections. Additional commitments made at the BKC ground gathering included Rs 4,000 monthly support for unemployed youth and healthcare benefits with insurance coverage up to Rs 25 lakh.
Currently, the BJP-Shiv Sena-NCP government provides Rs 1,500 monthly to eligible women through their 'Ladki Bahin' scheme, with plans to raise it to Rs 2,100.
The alliance additionally pledged to implement a caste census in Maharashtra upon winning the state election, whilst promising to eliminate the 50 percent reservation limit if successful in national elections.
Meanwhile, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge appointed Mohan Prakash on Wednesday as senior observer for Vidarbha region ahead of the November 20 assembly elections. According to AICC general secretary KC Venugopal's press release, the appointment takes immediate effect. The Congress participates in the 288-member assembly elections alongside alliance partners Shiv Sena (UBT) and Nationalist Congress Party (SP), collectively forming the MVA opposition bloc.
During a poll rally in Washim, Vidarbha region, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath referred to the opposition MVA as 'Maha Anadi' whilst emphasising unity through references to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The BJP leader highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's January 22, 2024 statement at Ayodhya's Ram temple consecration ceremony as a beginning, noting progress towards Kashi and Mathura. Adityanath reinforced his message against division amongst people.
Currently, the BJP-Shiv Sena-NCP government provides Rs 1,500 monthly to eligible women through their 'Ladki Bahin' scheme, with plans to raise it to Rs 2,100.
The alliance additionally pledged to implement a caste census in Maharashtra upon winning the state election, whilst promising to eliminate the 50 percent reservation limit if successful in national elections.
Meanwhile, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge appointed Mohan Prakash on Wednesday as senior observer for Vidarbha region ahead of the November 20 assembly elections. According to AICC general secretary KC Venugopal's press release, the appointment takes immediate effect. The Congress participates in the 288-member assembly elections alongside alliance partners Shiv Sena (UBT) and Nationalist Congress Party (SP), collectively forming the MVA opposition bloc.
During a poll rally in Washim, Vidarbha region, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath referred to the opposition MVA as 'Maha Anadi' whilst emphasising unity through references to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The BJP leader highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's January 22, 2024 statement at Ayodhya's Ram temple consecration ceremony as a beginning, noting progress towards Kashi and Mathura. Adityanath reinforced his message against division amongst people.
10:38 (IST) Nov 08
Political equations may change in Maharashtra after elections: Walse Patil
NCP leader and Maharashtra minister Dilip Walse Patil stated that the political landscape in Maharashtra may shift after the November 20 assembly elections, emphasizing that the key factor will be the number of seats won by individual parties rather than which alliance emerges victorious. He noted that with six parties involved, there will be complex calculations before forming the next government. The main contest is between the ruling Mahayuti alliance (BJP, Shiv Sena led by Eknath Shinde, and Ajit Pawar's NCP) and the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (Congress, Sharad Pawar's NCP, and Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena). The 288-member assembly elections will take place on November 20, with results due on November 23.
10:09 (IST) Nov 08
Maharashtra elections: PM Modi to attend public meetings in Dhule, Nashik
Ahead of the Maharashtra assembly elections on November 20, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold public meetings in Dhule and Nashik on November 8. He expressed confidence in the NDA's victory in the state elections through a post on X. Meanwhile, BJP leaders, including Amit Shah and JP Nadda, held a strategic meeting in Delhi to discuss campaign plans for the Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly elections, as well as by-polls in several states. The meeting focused on improving coordination within the NDA and strengthening messaging for the elections. T
09:08 (IST) Nov 08
Jharkhand Elections: Triangular contest emerges in Hazaribagh assembly seat as BJP faces internal rebellion
The Hazaribagh assembly seat in Jharkhand has become a hotly contested battleground, with the BJP facing a challenge from within as former party leader Harsh Ajmera files as an independent candidate. Pradeep Prasad, the BJP nominee, touts party stronghold status and a pro-BJP shift following Yogi Adityanath's rally, while Ajmera criticizes the BJP’s choice of candidate, alleging involvement with the land mafia. Congress candidate Munna Singh, a Rajput, is optimistic, citing the impact of the Hemant Soren government’s social programs. OBC and Muslim voters are expected to play a crucial role in this traditionally BJP-held seat. The Jharkhand Assembly election will occur in two phases, with over 2.6 crore eligible voters.
08:17 (IST) Nov 08
Maharashtra elections: Spicy 'bhadang' becomes campaign star as party workers’ go-to snack
A spicy snack called 'bhadang,' originating from the Sangli and Kolhapur districts, has become a popular source of sustenance for political party workers during the election season. This surge in demand is attributed to the increased number of candidates and their supporters who are campaigning for long hours.
Read full story07:52 (IST) Nov 08
Maharashtra elections: Once refugees, Gadchiroli bengalis now Kingmakers
Bengalis of Gadchiroli were once mere refugees from erstwhile East Pakistan, who escaped religious persecution and were sheltered by the govt six decades ago in Dandakaranya forests. The community, cohabiting with tribals in an alien land, over the years, emerged as a robust section of society, contributing not only to development, but also becoming a deciding factor in elections. Currently, they are the most pursued vote-bank of Vidarbha's remotest region.
Read full story07:34 (IST) Nov 08
‘Red Book’ with blank pages distributed at Gandhi event insulted Constitution: Fadnavis
Devendra Fadnavis, at a Yavatmal rally, accused Rahul Gandhi of insulting the Constitution by distributing blank red books disguised as the Constitution at a Nagpur event. Gandhi's supporters clarified that the books were red-covered notepads designed around a pocket-sized Constitution, while Fadnavis criticized Gandhi's stance on reservations and highlighted BJP's efforts for the marginalized communities.
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07:19 (IST) Nov 08
Maharashtra elections: After Yogi Adityanath’s ‘batenge to katenge’ slogan in Maharahtra, ally Ajit slams divisive ‘outsiders’
NCP leader Ajit Pawar criticized Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's divisive rhetoric during his Maharashtra campaign. Pawar emphasized Maharashtra's tradition of communal harmony and pledged support for his party's candidate, Nawab Malik, who faces money laundering allegations. He also questioned the financial viability of the MVA's campaign promises.
Read full story07:19 (IST) Nov 08
In Maoist stronghold, 111-year-old refuses home-vote, to go to boot
111-year-old Fulamati Sarkar, a resident of Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, is set to become one of the oldest voters in the upcoming assembly elections. Despite her age and the availability of home voting, Fulamati is determined to personally cast her vote, inspiring many with her dedication to democracy. The district administration has named her the SVEEP icon for her unwavering commitment.
Read full story07:17 (IST) Nov 08
Maharashtra elections: If MVA wins, will take back Dharavi land given to Adani: UBT manifesto
The Shiv Sena (UBT) released its election manifesto, pledging to reclaim land given to the Adani Group for the Dharavi redevelopment, construct an IFSC in Dharavi, and develop recreation facilities on the eastern seafront. The party also promised to implement the OPS for government employees, pursue free local train travel for women, and establish a Gig Workers Welfare Board.
Read full story21:20 (IST) Nov 07
Maharashtra elections: The work that was to be done here in the last 5 years was not done, MNS candidate from Worli assembly seat Sandeep Deshpande said.
"We have been preparing in Worli for the last two years and we are getting a very good response. The work that was to be done here in the last 5 years was not done. People had no one to listen to their problems...People are curious to see what Raj Thackeray has to say to the public...They (MVA) announced the names of the candidates just 10 days ago and we have been preparing for the last 2 years. People have MNS and Raj Thackeray in their minds...In a democracy, everyone has the right to fight elections, we will see what happens. I don't understand one thing about him (Milind Deora). He is an MP of Rajya Sabha but contesting the elections of the Assembly. What work does he want to do that he cannot do by being a member of the Rajya Sabha? People have this question in their minds," he said.
19:59 (IST) Nov 07
Maharashtra polls: No direct fight but BJP still jittery about Jarange factor in Jalna
Activist Manoj Jarange may have decided against fielding candidates in the upcoming Maharashtra elections, but he continues to keep the BJP on edge in Jalna district, the heart of the Maratha agitation, according to political observers. In the 2019 elections, the BJP won three key constituencies in the district—Bhokardan, Partur, and Badnapur—and is now focused on retaining them, despite significant shifts in the political and social landscape.
To maintain its hold, the BJP has re-nominated two-term MLA Santosh Danve, son of former Union Minister Raosaheb Danve, from Bhokardan, along with Babanrao Lonikar in Partur and Narayan Kuche in Badnapur.
To maintain its hold, the BJP has re-nominated two-term MLA Santosh Danve, son of former Union Minister Raosaheb Danve, from Bhokardan, along with Babanrao Lonikar in Partur and Narayan Kuche in Badnapur.
18:04 (IST) Nov 07
Wayanad polls: PM Modi visited Wayanad, promising aid, but failed to deliver, alleges Kharge
"PM Modi visited Wayanad, promising aid, but failed to deliver. Kerala submitted a detailed compensation package of Rs 2000 crore, yet received only Rs 291 crore. That's why I've always said PM Modi's promises are empty. Meanwhile, BJP-ruled states received a lion's share of central aid. This showcases the BJP's irresponsible governance. In contrast, the INC upholds inclusiveness, fairness, and justice, never discriminating against any state," he said.
"Kerala embodies constitutional values - liberty, equality, and fraternity - and believes in a secular India. However, the Modi government's actions threaten our unity, spreading fear and division instead of harmony. They seek to divide us," he added.
"Kerala embodies constitutional values - liberty, equality, and fraternity - and believes in a secular India. However, the Modi government's actions threaten our unity, spreading fear and division instead of harmony. They seek to divide us," he added.
16:10 (IST) Nov 07
Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala announced that all party rebels contesting against the official candidates of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) have been suspended for six years. Speaking at a press conference, Chennithala stated that district units have been instructed to compile a list of remaining rebels running in the November 20 Maharashtra assembly elections and issue notices to them.
16:06 (IST) Nov 07
Congress suspended party leader Naresh Meena for contesting bye-election as independent candidate against official candidate of party from Deoli Uniara
15:27 (IST) Nov 07
Maharashtra Election Live Updates: INDI Alliance is full of internal conflicts, said Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan
"INDI Alliance has no topics. It is full of internal conflicts. BJP will receive the blessings of people in Jharkhand and Maharashtra very clearly. Today, PM Modi is synonymous with credible leadership in the country today. BJP's policy, programs and leadership have immense approval. We will win Jharkhand too...Their (INDIA Alliance) defeat is certain," he said.
15:02 (IST) Nov 07
Jharkhand Assembly Elections 2024: Not an ordinary election, says Ghulam Ahmad Mir
"This is not an ordinary election. Our coalition government has worked here for five years. In 2019, people supported our coalition. In those five years, there were a lot of ups and downs because of Covid and attempts to create political instability," said Congress leader Ghulam Ahmad Mir.
14:47 (IST) Nov 07
BJP's graph diving, INDIA bloc to form governments in Maharashtra, Jharkhand: Pilot
Senior Congress leader Sachin Pilot on October 19 asserted that the BJP's popularity is waning as citizens have grown weary of their administrative approach and the alleged improper utilisation of government agencies. He expressed confidence in the INDIA alliance's forthcoming electoral success in Maharashtra and Jharkhand.
During his visit to Congress leader Jitu Patwari's residence, Pilot stated, "BJP's graph in the entire country is declining and the INDIA grouping will win the upcoming elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand. I have been to Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) and there is a one-sided wave prevailing in that state."
The gathering was also attended by Rajya Sabha MP Vivek Tankha. Pilot was in the region to support the Congress campaign for the November 13 by-election in the Vijaypur assembly constituency of Sheopur district, which shares its border with Rajasthan.
During his visit to Congress leader Jitu Patwari's residence, Pilot stated, "BJP's graph in the entire country is declining and the INDIA grouping will win the upcoming elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand. I have been to Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) and there is a one-sided wave prevailing in that state."
The gathering was also attended by Rajya Sabha MP Vivek Tankha. Pilot was in the region to support the Congress campaign for the November 13 by-election in the Vijaypur assembly constituency of Sheopur district, which shares its border with Rajasthan.
13:49 (IST) Nov 07
Want to serve Wayanad, just like mother looks after children: Priyanka Gandhi
Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, contesting as the UDF candidate in the Wayanad Lok Sabha bypoll, expressed her commitment to serve the constituency's residents with the same dedication a mother shows towards her children. During her final day of the second phase of campaigning, she pledged to advocate for Wayanad's interests not only in Parliament but across all available platforms.
She highlighted her brother Rahul Gandhi's deep connection with Wayanad and requested the constituency's support, promising to reciprocate their longstanding loyalty to her family through dedicated service.
She maintained her criticism of the BJP-led central government, stating that their policies have adversely affected the agricultural community and small-scale entrepreneurs across the nation.
She highlighted her brother Rahul Gandhi's deep connection with Wayanad and requested the constituency's support, promising to reciprocate their longstanding loyalty to her family through dedicated service.
She maintained her criticism of the BJP-led central government, stating that their policies have adversely affected the agricultural community and small-scale entrepreneurs across the nation.
13:08 (IST) Nov 07
Maharashtra Election Live Updates: 'People of Maharashtra want change,' Sharad Pawar exudes confidence in victory
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP-SP) leader Sharad Pawar on Thursday expressed confidence in his party's victory in the upcoming assembly polls, stating that the people of Maharashtra desire change.
He added that he will hold three meetings in Nagpur today, and tomorrow he will hold a meeting in Hinganghat. After that, meetings will continue in the rest of Maharashtra.
Speaking to ANI, Pawar said, "Our campaign for the Maharashtra Assembly elections has started. The campaign started yesterday in the presence of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Sena's Uddhav Thackeray and me. Today I will hold 3 meetings in Nagpur and tomorrow I will hold a meeting at Hinganghat...After that, meetings will be held in the rest of Maharashtra. People of Maharashtra want change. Work has to be done to increase their confidence."
He added that he will hold three meetings in Nagpur today, and tomorrow he will hold a meeting in Hinganghat. After that, meetings will continue in the rest of Maharashtra.
Speaking to ANI, Pawar said, "Our campaign for the Maharashtra Assembly elections has started. The campaign started yesterday in the presence of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Sena's Uddhav Thackeray and me. Today I will hold 3 meetings in Nagpur and tomorrow I will hold a meeting at Hinganghat...After that, meetings will be held in the rest of Maharashtra. People of Maharashtra want change. Work has to be done to increase their confidence."
11:15 (IST) Nov 07
Maharashtra Election Live Updates: Uddhav's Sena (UBT) releases manifesto; promises free education, scrapping of Dharavi project
On Thursday, Uddhav Thackeray of Shiv Sena (UBT) released his party's manifesto for the Maharashtra assembly elections, promising complimentary education for male pupils, control over essential commodity prices and cancellation of the Dharavi redevelopment initiative. Thackeray noted that whilst many electoral commitments align with the Maha Vikas Aghadi's (MVA) broader promises, certain aspects warrant particular focus.
He mentioned that the MVA, comprising Shiv Sena (UBT), Congress and Sharad Pawar's NCP (SP), would soon present its manifesto for the November 20 assembly elections.
Thackeray pledged to extend the existing government policy of free education for female students to male students once the MVA assumes power.
Additionally, he committed to maintaining steady prices for essential commodities under MVA governance.
He mentioned that the MVA, comprising Shiv Sena (UBT), Congress and Sharad Pawar's NCP (SP), would soon present its manifesto for the November 20 assembly elections.
Thackeray pledged to extend the existing government policy of free education for female students to male students once the MVA assumes power.
Additionally, he committed to maintaining steady prices for essential commodities under MVA governance.
10:30 (IST) Nov 07
Maharashtra Election Live Updates: Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray releases manifesto for Maharashtra polls
09:57 (IST) Nov 07
MVA not countering Ladki Bahin scheme, will provide more benefits to women if elected: Sule
NCP (SP) working president Supriya Sule has raised concerns about the adequacy of the Maharashtra government's Ladki Bahin Yojana, considering the current inflation rates, whilst clarifying that the opposition MVA isn't planning to oppose the scheme. The programme provides monthly assistance of Rs 1500 to women from families earning less than Rs 2.5 lakh annually.
When asked about the scheme being labelled a "gamechanger" before the November 20 assembly elections, the Lok Sabha member shared her perspective with PTI, stating that it's subjective and depends on who's making the claim.
She highlighted several economic challenges, noting that "Rs 1,500 is given to women and at the same time oil prices, food inflation is at an all-time high. Sales dropped during Diwali and the state GDP is not flattering. Crimes against women have gone up."
Sule confirmed that the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), which includes the NCP (SP), Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT), has no intentions to challenge the Ladki Bahin scheme.
When asked about the scheme being labelled a "gamechanger" before the November 20 assembly elections, the Lok Sabha member shared her perspective with PTI, stating that it's subjective and depends on who's making the claim.
She highlighted several economic challenges, noting that "Rs 1,500 is given to women and at the same time oil prices, food inflation is at an all-time high. Sales dropped during Diwali and the state GDP is not flattering. Crimes against women have gone up."
Sule confirmed that the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), which includes the NCP (SP), Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT), has no intentions to challenge the Ladki Bahin scheme.
09:50 (IST) Nov 07
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray during a rally in Amravati on Wednesday lashed out at Congress and raised the issue of loudspeakers atop mosques. "Give me power, and I will ensure there's not a single loudspeaker on any mosque in Maharashtra," he said while alleging that certain Muslim leaders are issuing fatwas from mosques urging votes for the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA).
08:11 (IST) Nov 07
Maharashtra Election Live Updates: 'People will get convinced and vote for NCP,' says party leader and actor Sayaji Shinde
Following the NCP's election manifesto launch, actor and party leader Sayaji Shinde expressed his confidence on Wednesday about the document's potential impact. He believes the manifesto and its accompanying guarantees have been presented effectively, which he expects will persuade voters to support the NCP.
"The manifesto along with guarantees has been declared in a very good way. I think people will get convinced and vote for NCP. We will tell the people about the work done by this govt...We will go to all the places where NCP candidates are contesting," said Sayaji Shinde.
The NCP unveiled its election manifesto for the Maharashtra assembly elections in Baramati earlier that day. Additionally, the party introduced specific manifestos tailored for each assembly constituency where they have fielded candidates.
"The manifesto along with guarantees has been declared in a very good way. I think people will get convinced and vote for NCP. We will tell the people about the work done by this govt...We will go to all the places where NCP candidates are contesting," said Sayaji Shinde.
The NCP unveiled its election manifesto for the Maharashtra assembly elections in Baramati earlier that day. Additionally, the party introduced specific manifestos tailored for each assembly constituency where they have fielded candidates.
07:59 (IST) Nov 07
Jharkhand Election Live Updates: Hemant Soren slams opponents, calls JMM Jharkhand's 'Great Wall of China'
Jharkhand chief minister Hemant Soren, during a rally in Kanke on Wednesday, slammed those who opposed his party, the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), describing his party as the "Great Wall of China."
He said, "And these traitors, in the midst of all this fighting, even put us in jail. The reason behind putting us in jail was that they (BJP) wanted to topple the government and eliminate the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha. But what they don't know is that the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha is like the Great Wall of China for this state. No one can break it down. Anyone who tries will be destroyed."
He said, "And these traitors, in the midst of all this fighting, even put us in jail. The reason behind putting us in jail was that they (BJP) wanted to topple the government and eliminate the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha. But what they don't know is that the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha is like the Great Wall of China for this state. No one can break it down. Anyone who tries will be destroyed."
07:27 (IST) Nov 07
Maharashtra Election Live Updates: 'Controversial statements made to distract people,' Dimple Yadav slams UP CM Yogi's Agra Museum remark
Samajwadi Party leader Dimple Yadav on Wednesday criticised Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath's remarks regarding the Mughal Museum in Agra, characterising them as calculated diversionary tactics meant to provoke emotional responses whilst overlooking the state's pressing concerns.
Yogi Adityanath had earlier discussed the Mughal Museum in Agra, challenging its connection to Mughal rulers and proposing its renaming to honour Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Dimple Yadav dismissed these comments as intentional distractions designed to provoke public sentiment.
"I believe these controversial statements are made to distract people and stir up emotions. They won't tell you how much investment has come into Uttar Pradesh, where millions of rupees have been signed for projects. But if you look, no new factories have been set up in Uttar Pradesh. They won't tell you that. This statement remains true," Dimple Yadav said.
The SP MP further stated, "If you look at their politics, they have always used negative politics to gather votes, but today people from all communities have understood that by using such language, they want to make changes to the Constitution and kill democracy."
Yogi Adityanath had earlier discussed the Mughal Museum in Agra, challenging its connection to Mughal rulers and proposing its renaming to honour Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Dimple Yadav dismissed these comments as intentional distractions designed to provoke public sentiment.
"I believe these controversial statements are made to distract people and stir up emotions. They won't tell you how much investment has come into Uttar Pradesh, where millions of rupees have been signed for projects. But if you look, no new factories have been set up in Uttar Pradesh. They won't tell you that. This statement remains true," Dimple Yadav said.
The SP MP further stated, "If you look at their politics, they have always used negative politics to gather votes, but today people from all communities have understood that by using such language, they want to make changes to the Constitution and kill democracy."
06:53 (IST) Nov 07
Maharashtra, Jharkhand Election Live Updates: JMM-led alliance govt will be formed again in Jharkhand, says Pappu Yadav
Bihar's Independent MP Rajesh Ranjan, better known as Pappu Yadav, on Wednesday asserted that the JMM-led alliance government will be formed once again in Jharkhand on the basis of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's ideology and the development model of Chief Minister Hemant Soren. The Purnea MP alleged that the BJP wants to form a government of capitalists in the state, not the government of tribals and Dalits.
Addressing reporters here at Congress Bhawan, Yadav claimed that the people of Jharkhand would give a befitting reply to the saffron party on November 13 and 20 by exercising their votes in favour of the existing alliance government.
"The alliance government will be formed here once again on the basis of the ideology of Rahul Gandhi and the development model of Hemant Soren," he said.
"The BJP doesn't want to form a government of tribals, small traders, Dalits and minorities here. They want a government of capitalists," he alleged.
Addressing reporters here at Congress Bhawan, Yadav claimed that the people of Jharkhand would give a befitting reply to the saffron party on November 13 and 20 by exercising their votes in favour of the existing alliance government.
"The alliance government will be formed here once again on the basis of the ideology of Rahul Gandhi and the development model of Hemant Soren," he said.
"The BJP doesn't want to form a government of tribals, small traders, Dalits and minorities here. They want a government of capitalists," he alleged.
06:53 (IST) Nov 07
Maharashtra, Jharkhand Election Live Updates: Hemant Soren slams opponents, calls JMM Jharkhand's 'Great Wall of China'
Jharkhand chief minister Hemant Soren, during a rally in Kanke on Wednesday, slammed those who opposed his party, the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), describing his party as the "Great Wall of China."
He said, "And these traitors, in the midst of all this fighting, even put us in jail. The reason behind putting us in jail was that they (BJP) wanted to topple the government and eliminate the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha. But what they don't know is that the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha is like the Great Wall of China for this state. No one can break it down. Anyone who tries will be destroyed."
He said, "And these traitors, in the midst of all this fighting, even put us in jail. The reason behind putting us in jail was that they (BJP) wanted to topple the government and eliminate the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha. But what they don't know is that the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha is like the Great Wall of China for this state. No one can break it down. Anyone who tries will be destroyed."
06:53 (IST) Nov 07
Maharashtra Election Live Updates: Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC slams Rahul Gandhi, says 'there is no threat to Constitution'
Shiv Sena leader and candidate from Mumba Devi seat, Shaina NC on Wednesday took to streets for poll campaign as assembly polls are around the corner and slammed Congress leader and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi for allegedly "spreading rumours" and trying to "mislead people".
Shaina NC said Rahul wants to set a false narrative saying the Constitution is under threat, while there is no situation like this, so the people of Maharashtra know whom to vote on November 20.
"Rahul Gandhi needs a new scriptwriter because he spreads rumours and is trying to mislead people but he is not able to do so. There is no threat to the Constitution...You (Rahul Gandhi) want to set a wrong narrative among people by beating around the bush although people have rejected you... Whether it is INDI alliance or Congress party, they have no narrative, only a false narrative. The people of Maharashtra know what to do on the 20th of November," Shaina NC told ANI.
Shaina NC said Rahul wants to set a false narrative saying the Constitution is under threat, while there is no situation like this, so the people of Maharashtra know whom to vote on November 20.
"Rahul Gandhi needs a new scriptwriter because he spreads rumours and is trying to mislead people but he is not able to do so. There is no threat to the Constitution...You (Rahul Gandhi) want to set a wrong narrative among people by beating around the bush although people have rejected you... Whether it is INDI alliance or Congress party, they have no narrative, only a false narrative. The people of Maharashtra know what to do on the 20th of November," Shaina NC told ANI.
06:53 (IST) Nov 07
Maharashtra Election Live Updates: 'Batiye mat', says Adityanath at Maharashtra poll rally; talks about Kashi, Mathura post-Ayodhya
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday dubbed Maharashtra's opposition bloc MVA as 'Maha Anadi' and invoked Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj to give the message of unity as he warned against the perils of remaining divided. The senior BJP leader said at the consecration ceremony of Lord Ram in his magnificent temple in Ayodhya on January 22, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had stated this was just the beginning. "Not only Ayodhya, we have moved ahead towards Kashi and Mathura," he said, addressing a poll rally in Washim in the Vidarbha region ahead of the November 20 assembly elections. Adityanath reiterated his famous slogan and advised people not to get divided (batiye mat).
06:52 (IST) Nov 07
Maharashtra, Jharkhand Election Live Updates: EC siezes Rs 280 cr in Maharashtra, Rs 158 cr in Jharkhand
The Election Commission has seized Rs 558 crore worth of cash, freebies, liquor, drugs, and precious metals in ongoing elections in Maharashtra, Jharkhand and by-polls across 14 states, as per an official release.
The seizure by EC is made to stop any inductment of voters.
In Maharashtra alone, EC has yielded about Rs. 280 crores since the announcement of elections. Another Rs. 158 crores worth of seizures from Jharkhand so far.
Combined seizures in the two poll-bound states mark a 3.5 time increase as compared to the Assembly Election in 2019 when Maharashtra recorded seizures worth Rs. 103.61 crores while for Jharkhand it was Rs. 18.76 crores, the official notification stated.
In Maharashtra, Cash worth Rs 73.11 crore has been seized while Liquor worth Rs 37.98 crore and Drugs worth Rs 37.76 crore has been seized. EC also yielded Precious Metals worth Rs 90.53 crore and Freebies worth Rs 42.55 crore.
In Jharkhand , Cash worth Rs 10. 46 crore has been seized while Liquor worth Rs 7.15 crore and Drugs worth Rs 8.99 crore has been seized. EC also yielded Precious Metal worth Rs 4.22 crore and Freebies worth Rs 127. 88 crore.
The seizure by EC is made to stop any inductment of voters.
In Maharashtra alone, EC has yielded about Rs. 280 crores since the announcement of elections. Another Rs. 158 crores worth of seizures from Jharkhand so far.
Combined seizures in the two poll-bound states mark a 3.5 time increase as compared to the Assembly Election in 2019 when Maharashtra recorded seizures worth Rs. 103.61 crores while for Jharkhand it was Rs. 18.76 crores, the official notification stated.
In Maharashtra, Cash worth Rs 73.11 crore has been seized while Liquor worth Rs 37.98 crore and Drugs worth Rs 37.76 crore has been seized. EC also yielded Precious Metals worth Rs 90.53 crore and Freebies worth Rs 42.55 crore.
In Jharkhand , Cash worth Rs 10. 46 crore has been seized while Liquor worth Rs 7.15 crore and Drugs worth Rs 8.99 crore has been seized. EC also yielded Precious Metal worth Rs 4.22 crore and Freebies worth Rs 127. 88 crore.
06:52 (IST) Nov 07
Maharashtra Election Live Updates: Congress leader Mohan Prakash appointed senior observer for Vidarbha for Maharashtra polls
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday appointed his party colleague Mohan Prakash as a senior observer for the Vidarbha region for the November 20 assembly polls in Maharashtra. Prakash's appointment will take place with immediate effect, AICC general secretary (organisation) KC Venugopal was quoted as saying in a press release. The Congress is contesting the polls to the 288-member state assembly in an alliance with the Shiv Sena (UBT) and the Nationalist Congress Party (SP). All three parties are constituents of the opposition bloc Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA).
Maharashtra, Jharkhand Election Live Updates: The Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance, currently in opposition in Maharashtra, announced on November 20 several welfare schemes to challenge the incumbent government. The alliance pledged a monthly payment of Rs 3,000 to women and complimentary travel on state transport buses.
The coalition, comprising Shiv Sena (UBT), NCP(SP), and Congress, unveiled the Krishi Sammruddhi Yojana, offering farmers a loan waiver of up to Rs 3 lakh. Additionally, farmers who regularly repay crop loans will receive Rs 50,000 as an incentive.
During a public gathering at the BKC ground, MVA leaders also promised a monthly allowance of Rs 4,000 for unemployed youth. The alliance further committed to providing health insurance coverage up to Rs 25 lakh and free medicines to state residents.
The coalition, comprising Shiv Sena (UBT), NCP(SP), and Congress, unveiled the Krishi Sammruddhi Yojana, offering farmers a loan waiver of up to Rs 3 lakh. Additionally, farmers who regularly repay crop loans will receive Rs 50,000 as an incentive.
During a public gathering at the BKC ground, MVA leaders also promised a monthly allowance of Rs 4,000 for unemployed youth. The alliance further committed to providing health insurance coverage up to Rs 25 lakh and free medicines to state residents.
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