Fri Nov 22 21:07:44 UTC 2024: **Maharashtra Assembly Election: BJP-led Alliance and Congress-led Alliance Claim Victory**

MUMBAI, INDIA – The Maharashtra Assembly election results are still pending, but both the BJP-led Mahayuati alliance and the Congress-led Mahavikas Aghadi have claimed victory. While the final results are awaited, exit polls have projected wins for 32 candidates.

The Congress party has appointed observers in Maharashtra and Jharkhand in anticipation of the results, including Ashok Gehlot and Bhupesh Baghel. Meanwhile, political maneuvering continues, with legal notices issued and accusations made regarding alleged bribery (“cash for votes”) involving Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge. The BJP has also targeted Rahul Gandhi, highlighting the involvement of non-BJP ruled states in a SEC chargesheet against Gautam Adani.

Further complicating the situation, allegations of voter intimidation in Maharashtra have led to demands for revoting in certain areas. Despite exit poll predictions, some political figures have predicted contrasting results.

The news also features unrelated stories regarding a large fire in Bhiwandi, a celebrity couple ignoring each other, and the death of a camera assistant on a film set. The Jharkhand Assembly election results are also expected on November 23rd, with speculation regarding the next Chief Minister.

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