Maha Vikas Aghadi parties have agreed on 125 out of 288 Maharashtra assembly seats, with the rest to be finalized after Ganesh Utsav. Meanwhile, the ruling Mahayuti bloc is struggling with seat-sharing, as BJP wants 150 seats, Shiv Sena 90, and NCP over 70. They aim to resolve this within 15 days.
BJP leader Kirit Somaiya has emphasized the importance of ordinary party workers over senior leaders like Devendra Fadnavis and Chandrashekhar Bawankule. Somaiya declined a role to coordinate with the Election Commission for Maharashtra polls, citing lack of prior consultation and describing the treatment as insulting.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde criticized Rahul Gandhi's recent comments on reservations, calling them reflective of a petty mentality. Shinde emphasized that his Mahayuti government supports reservation policies. Gandhi, during his US visit, suggested scrapping reservations when India becomes fairer, which Shinde condemned as anti-reservation and divisive.
The Mahayuti alliance, including BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP, is grappling with seat-sharing negotiations for the upcoming state assembly elections. With 288 seats in contention, BJP aims for 160 seats, Shiv Sena seeks 100-105, and NCP eyes 60-80. The final seat-sharing formula is expected soon amid internal tensions.
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A Congress leader announced that seat-sharing within the MVA for the Maharashtra assembly polls would prioritize winnability and be settled amicably. The alliance, including Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT), and NCP (SP), is actively preparing for the elections. The leader is confident that they will replicate their Lok Sabha success, criticizing the current government's performance.
During the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, voters across the country have designated time slots to exercise their voting rights, which differ according to their respective regions. For specific voting hours, individuals are encouraged to consult the Election Commission's official website. The Commission advises voters to find their polling stations using photo voter slips or online tools, aiming to facilitate a seamless voting experience. For further support, citizens can access information on the Commission's website or reach out to local electoral authorities.
What if your name is missing in voters list?
Ensuring voting eligibility is crucial for citizen engagement in governance. This guide simplifies the process, covering voter registration confirmation, enrollment steps, and utilizing technological aids like the 'Voter Helpline' app. Additionally, it outlines the procedure for updating address details on the voter ID card, emphasizing accuracy for seamless participation in the electoral process.
How do I check where to go and vote?
In the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2024, finding your nearest polling booth is crucial for exercising your democratic right to vote. Here's how: Visit www.nvsp.in, enter your EPIC number, and locate your booth. Alternatively, dial 1950 for helpline assistance or send an SMS. On voting day, follow the procedural steps outlined for a smooth voting experience. For further guidance, refer to online resources.
How to check your name on the voter list? Download voter slip online?
It is required that your name should appear on the Election Commission's electoral rolls. Once you have found your name on the electoral roll and you also possess an identification document prescribed above by the ECI (the voter ID card or any other acceptable document), you will be allowed to vote.
The ECI introduced a particular symbol for ‘None of the Above’ option to allow the voters to exercise NOTA. This symbol appears in the last panel on all Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs).
All you need to know about Exit polls
Agencies conducting an exit poll follow a range of different procedures or methods. One of the most common methods is sampling. These agencies might opt for random or systematic sampling.
Those citizens who have been declared by the law that they are unstable to vote or barred due to corrupt practices or any illegal act relating to elections are not entitled to be a voter.
The ECI while introducing NOTA indicated that although votes cast as NOTA are counted, they are invalid votes so they will not impact the result of the election process. Therefore, whether NOTA gets more or less votes, it is not taken into account for calculating the total valid votes.
EVM's run on normal battery and they do not require electricity. An EVM can be used to record a maximum of 2,000 votes.
Can I ask for a copy of VVPAT?
The VVPAT machine gives instant feedback to the voter, through a printed slip. Essentially, after a voter presses the button confirming their vote for their chosen candidate or NOTA, the VVPAT machine prints a slip containing the name of the candidate and the corresponding election symbol and automatically drops it in a sealed box.
