Maha Vikas Aghadi's Seat-Sharing Strategy Unveiled Amid Poll Misinformation Claims

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut revealed the Maha Vikas Aghadi's consensus on 210 seats for the Maharashtra assembly elections, brushing off BJP's alleged misinformation tactics. MVA leaders aim to defeat BJP's ruling coalition with a united front, while further negotiations on seat-sharing continue.

In the lead-up to Maharashtra's November 20 assembly polls, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut disclosed that the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) had reached a consensus on 210 out of the 288 seats. His remarks came amidst claims by state's Congress chief Nana Patole that the BJP was spreading misinformation.

The political coalition, composed of the Shiv Sena (UBT), Congress, and Sharad Pawar's NCP, aims to dethrone the ruling BJP-led alliance. Raut emphasized the need to combat what he terms as 'forces looting Maharashtra,' referring to the current governments led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and supported by the BJP.

Amid speculation of a potential split within the MVA, Raut dismissed rumors of a possible reunion with the BJP, reiterating the Shiv Sena's commitment to the coalition's efforts. Discussions continue as the MVA finalizes its candidate lists, with Patole and other leaders holding talks in Delhi to resolve seat-sharing dilemmas.

(With inputs from agencies.)