Athawale's Push for Dalit and Minority Inclusion in Maharashtra Elections

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale has called on Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti alliance to include Dalits and minorities to secure a win in the upcoming assembly elections. He seeks additional seats for his party and assurances for their demands from key leaders.

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale urged the ruling ‘Mahayuti’ coalition in Maharashtra to incorporate Dalits and minorities to strengthen their position for the approaching assembly elections.

Addressing reporters, Athawale demanded eight to ten assembly seats for his Republican Party of India (Athawale) and one MLC seat in the upcoming legislative council elections. The Mahayuti alliance, comprising the BJP, Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, and NCP led by Ajit Pawar, is expected to heed these requests for a stronger electoral stance.

He emphasized the need for Dalit inclusion to ensure a united front, which he believes is crucial for an electoral win. He also mentioned his past efforts in expanding his party and securing Dalit unity.