Maharashtra Elections: Alliances Face Internal Strife Amid Candidate Nominations

Political alliances in Maharashtra grapple with internal disputes and rebel candidates as the state prepares for assembly elections on November 20.

The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) and Mahayuti alliances have completed nominations, but face internal disputes over seat allocations and cross-nominations.
Ravi Raja, a longtime Congress leader, switched to the BJP, citing discrimination in ticket distribution, adding to the Congress's challenges.
BJP's refusal to support NCP's Nawab Malik, due to alleged criminal links, highlights tensions within the Mahayuti alliance.
Maharashtra's political landscape is marked by family rivalries and dynastic politics, with several constituencies featuring intra-family contests.
The upcoming elections are crucial for both alliances, following the BJP's unexpected win in Haryana, as they test their electoral strategies and alliances.