Maharashtra and Jharkhand Election Results 2024: Key Highlights

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

1. The Mahayuti alliance secured a landslide victory in Maharashtra, winning 231 out of 288 seats.
2. Hemant Soren’s JMM-led coalition returned to power in Jharkhand with 56 seats.
3. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra won the Wayanad by-election with a margin of over 400,000 votes.
4. The opposition MVA faced a significant defeat in Maharashtra.
5. Mixed results were reported from by-elections across various states, including UP, Bihar, and West Bengal.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

Mahayuti’s Dominance in Maharashtra

The ruling Mahayuti alliance, comprising the BJP, Ajit Pawar’s NCP faction, and Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena, achieved a resounding victory in Maharashtra. Winning 231 seats, the coalition surpassed the majority mark of 145 comfortably. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde credited the success to the “Ladki Bahin Yojana.” However, MVA leader Sanjay Raut dismissed the results as “rigged.”

JMM Coalition’s Victory in Jharkhand

In Jharkhand, the JMM-led alliance, headed by Hemant Soren, won 56 seats, ensuring a second consecutive term. Soren and his wife, Kalpana Soren, both won their respective constituencies. The BJP lagged behind with 24 seats.

Wayanad and Other By-elections

Priyanka Gandhi’s landslide win in Wayanad marked a significant moment for Congress. The by-elections in UP, Bihar, and West Bengal saw varied outcomes, with both the NDA and opposition parties claiming victories.

Aakhir Tak – Key Takeaways to Remember

• Mahayuti secured 231 seats in Maharashtra.
• JMM coalition retained power in Jharkhand.
• Priyanka Gandhi won the Wayanad by-poll decisively.
• The MVA faced a significant defeat in Maharashtra.
• Mixed by-election results across the country.

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