Mumbai, Maharashtra: With the Maharashtra Assembly elections just days away, the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance is ramping up its campaign efforts, bringing in high-profile leaders, Union ministers, and celebrity politicians to bolster its appeal across the state. The elections, slated for November 20, have drawn significant attention, with the alliance pulling out all stops to ensure victory.
Prominent Campaigners on the Ground
- Chandrababu Naidu
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leader Chandrababu Naidu has joined the campaign, targeting regions with a significant Telugu-speaking population. He is set to hold rallies in Thane, the stronghold of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, and address a press conference in Mumbai. - Pawan Kalyan
The actor-turned-politician and Andhra Pradesh’s Deputy Chief Minister, Pawan Kalyan, is spearheading youth-focused events. His star power is expected to draw massive crowds as he leads three rallies and a roadshow in Solapur. - Union Ministers’ Contributions
Senior BJP leaders such as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat are actively campaigning across the state. Singh will address three rallies, while Sitharaman and Shekhawat focus on media outreach and grassroots interactions. - Regional Influences
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma are targeting voters with roots in their respective states. Their efforts are geared toward mobilizing critical communities such as Gujaratis and Rajasthani expatriates in Mumbai.
Key Themes and Policies
- “Double-Engine Government” Pitch
Campaigners emphasize the benefits of having BJP governments at both state and central levels, promoting development and welfare schemes. - Women-Centric Programs
The “Ladki Bahin Yojana” is central to the alliance’s outreach, highlighting direct financial aid to over 2.5 crore women.
PM Modi’s Virtual Address
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually interact with booth-level workers through the “Mera Booth Sabse Majboot” initiative, signaling the importance of grassroots mobilization in the alliance’s strategy.
Closing Momentum
PM Modi concluded his in-person campaign with a rally at Shivaji Park on November 14, expressing confidence in the alliance’s prospects. The Mahayuti is aiming to solidify its base while countering the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition.
The Maharashtra election results will be declared on November 23, alongside Jharkhand, where polling occurs in two phases. This electoral battle is expected to shape the state’s political trajectory for years to come
