Mahayuti Alliance Secures Unopposed Wins in Maharashtra Legislative Council By-Elections

Five candidates, including NCP's Sanjay Khodke, are set to be elected unopposed, further consolidating the alliance's legislative dominance.

The Mahayuti alliance has nominated five candidates for the March 27 by-elections, with no opposition candidates fielded.
The alliance's strength in the Maharashtra Legislative Council will increase to 57 seats after the elections.
Sanjay Khodke, a long-time NCP member and ally of Ajit Pawar, is among the nominees, reflecting Pawar's influence within the party.
The BJP's three candidates were selected under the leadership of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, highlighting his role in candidate selection.
The opposition's inability to field candidates underscores their weakened position in the state legislature.