The Election Commission of India (ECI) will declare the dates for the Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assembly elections today, October 15, 2024. The electoral roadmap will be unveiled at a press conference at 3:30 PM.
- Maharashtra Assembly: The current term of the Maharashtra Assembly ends on November 26, 2024.
- Jharkhand Assembly: The Jharkhand Assembly’s term concludes on January 5, 2025.
In Maharashtra, the electoral battle will pit the ruling Mahayuti coalition—comprising the BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP—against the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi, which includes Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT), and NCP-SP. Political tensions have heightened recently following the death of NCP leader Baba Siddique, which has added to the uncertainty in the political arena. Meanwhile, in Jharkhand, the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha-led alliance is gearing up to defend its position against a formidable challenge from the NDA coalition. The ECI’s announcement is expected to include details on potential by-polls across various states, marking a significant electoral event following the recently concluded Lok Sabha elections.
