Sat Nov 23 10:45:26 UTC 2024: ## RSS’s Behind-the-Scenes Role Crucial in Mahayuti’s Maharashtra Victory

**Mumbai, November 23, 2024** – The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) played a significant role in securing the Mahayuti’s victory in the recently concluded Maharashtra Assembly elections, according to sources within the organization. Unlike its more subdued role in previous Lok Sabha elections, the RSS adopted a proactive approach to voter mobilization, particularly in urban centers like Mumbai, Pune, and Nagpur.

While the BJP-led Mahayuti, which also includes Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena faction and Ajit Pawar’s NCP, secured a decisive win, the RSS’s contribution was largely behind the scenes. The organization focused on increasing voter turnout, especially in urban areas where voter apathy is often a concern. RSS workers leveraged their extensive network to reach out to communities, emphasizing the importance of stability and development under the BJP’s leadership. This grassroots campaign, conducted through door-to-door visits and community meetings, successfully countered the opposition’s narrative without overt political campaigning.

The results showcased the effectiveness of this strategy, with a notable increase in urban voter turnout contributing significantly to the Mahayuti’s victory. This was particularly crucial in securing support from middle-class voters. However, the RSS’s involvement wasn’t without internal tensions. The organization expressed its displeasure with Ajit Pawar’s inclusion in the alliance, with publications linked to the RSS criticizing the BJP’s alliance with the NCP following the Lok Sabha elections. Despite these reservations, the RSS reportedly insisted on Devendra Fadnavis leading the state should the Mahayuti win.

The win, according to a senior RSS functionary, represents not only a victory for the Mahayuti but also a testament to the RSS’s power to influence political outcomes.

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