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Mahayuti allies trade barbs over Maharashtra MLC poll setback
The BJP and Shiv Sena have begun blaming each other following disappointing results in Maharashtra's legislative council elections, with the saffron party accusing its ally of greed while Sena points to unfair seat distribution.
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Friction within Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti coalition has surfaced publicly after the BJP and Shiv Sena underperformed in recent legislative council polls. The BJP has leveled accusations of greediness at its coalition partner, suggesting the Sena's approach to seat-sharing contributed to the electoral setback.
The Shiv Sena has countered by blaming the BJP for an inequitable distribution of seats ahead of the elections. According to the party, the unbalanced arrangement hindered their ability to mount effective campaigns and secure expected gains in the council.
The blame game underscores mounting tensions between the two constituents of the Mahayuti alliance, which also includes the NCP. Such friction within ruling coalitions can complicate legislative coordination and raises questions about the durability of their partnership in Maharashtra's competitive political landscape.
Neither party has provided specific details regarding seat-sharing arrangements or performance metrics, though sources close to both organizations indicate disagreements over candidate selection and resource allocation were central to the dispute.