Election Commission Announces Maharashtra Assembly Elections to be Held Before November 26, 2024

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar confirmed that elections for the Maharashtra legislative assembly will take place before November 26, 2024, marking the end of the current Vidhan Sabha term. There are 288 constituencies in Maharashtra, with special emphasis on ST seats. The CEC expressed concerns regarding urban and young voter apathy and stressed the importance of maximizing voter turnout during the upcoming elections.

Key Points:

• Political parties have requested consideration of festival dates like Diwali and Chhath Puja for election scheduling.
• The EC is displeased with the Maharashtra government’s non-compliance with directives regarding official transfers ahead of elections.
• With over 9 crore voters in Maharashtra, preparations include establishing facilities at polling stations for a smooth voting process.

The Maharashtra polls, expected in mid-November, will see Mahayuti and Maha Vikas Aghadi competing for power. Stay tuned for the official schedule announcement of the 288-member legislative assembly elections in the coming weeks.