Eknath Shinde Anticipates 45 Lok Sabha Seats for BJP, Shiv Sena, NCP Coalition in Maharashtra

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde projects victory for the BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP alliance, foreseeing 45 Lok Sabha seats in the upcoming elections. Emphasizing unity among the parties, Shinde assures ticket allocations and vows support for PM Modi's candidacy.

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Maharashtra's political terrain echoed with confidence as Chief Minister Eknath Shinde asserted the imminent triumph of the ruling coalition. Comprising the Shiv Sena under his leadership, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) led by Ajit Pawar, and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Shinde projected a commanding win of no less than 45 out of the 48 Lok Sabha seats in the forthcoming general elections. His statement, made amidst a media gathering at Nagpur airport, reinforced the solidarity among these key political entities.

The genesis of this optimism stemmed from Ajit Pawar's pronouncement at an NCP conclave, signaling their intent to contest in specific constituencies, a sentiment Shinde corroborated, emphasizing the collective resolve of the tripartite alliance to contest the elections together.

Eknath Shinde's unwavering belief in this alliance manifested in his affirmation: "The Mahayuti (grand alliance) will join forces for the Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha elections, securing over 45 seats to bolster Prime Minister Narendra Modi's presence in the Lok Sabha."

Addressing concerns about farmers grappling with crop losses due to unseasonal rains, Shinde offered reassurance. He pledged compensation once the requisite spot inspection reports or 'panchnamas' were finalized, signaling the government's proactive stance in addressing agrarian issues.

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Further cementing the alliance's unity, Hingoli MP Hemant Patil, aligned with Shinde's Shiv Sena faction, confirmed Shinde's commitment to re-nominate all 13 Sena MPs supporting the Chief Minister for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. This resounding support, backed by Shinde's assurance, underlined a cohesive front within the coalition.

With the Lok Sabha elections tentatively slated for May the following year and the Maharashtra assembly polls expected later in October or November, these proactive statements underscored a unified vision and a collective approach to Maharashtra's political destiny. The resolute proclamation from Shinde echoed by Patil highlighted a shared commitment and a concerted effort to steer Maharashtra's political landscape toward a decisive and cohesive future.