Maharashtra Election 2024: As of 3 PM, Maharashtra has recorded a voter turnout of 45.53% as polling continues across all 288 assembly constituencies. The voting, which began at 7 AM, is scheduled to conclude at 6 PM today.
Region-Wise Turnout Highlights:
- Mumbai Suburban: 40.89%
- Nanded: 42.87%
- Thane: 38.94%
- Kopri-Pachpakhadi (CM Eknath Shinde’s constituency): 44.60%
Key Developments:
- High-profile celebrities, including Salim Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Manish Malhotra, and Javed Akhtar, have cast their votes.
- Chief Minister Eknath Shinde expressed optimism about the Mahayuti coalition’s chances, claiming their governance has reinstated developmental projects halted during the previous administration’s tenure.
- CM Shinde highlighted initiatives like the Ladli Behna scheme, asserting the coalition will secure a decisive majority.
Looking Ahead:
The polling day holds significant importance as Maharashtra voters decide the political future of the state. The results will be declared on November 23, 2024, following the vote counting.
Maharashtra assembly elections: Voter turnout till now
| District | Voter turnout (in %) |
| Ahmednagar | 47.85 |
| Akola | 44.45 |
| Amravati | 45.13 |
| Aurangabad | 47.05 |
| Beed | 46.15 |
| Bhandara | 51.32 |
| Buldhana | 47.48 |
| Chandrapur | 49.87 |
| Dhule | 47.62 |
| Gadchiroli | 62.99 |
| Gondiya | 53.88 |
| Hingoli | 49.64 |
| Jalgaon | 40.62 |
| Jalna | 50.14 |
| Kolhapur | 54.06 |
| Latur | 48.34 |
| Mumbai city | 39.34 |
| Mumbai suburban | 40.89 |
| Nagpur | 44.45 |
| Nanded | 42.87 |
| Nandurbhar | 51.16 |
| Nashik | 46.86 |
| Osmanabad | 45.81 |
| Palghar | 46.82 |
| Parbhani | 48.84 |
| Pune | 41.70 |
| Raigad | 48.13 |
| Ratnagiri | 50.04 |
| Sangli | 48.39 |
| Satara | 49.82 |
| Sindhudurg | 51.05 |
| Solapur | 43.49 |
| Thane | 38.94 |
| Wardha | 49.68 |
| Washim | 43.67 |
| Yavatmal | 48.81 |
Meanwhile, Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani, Akash Ambani, Anant Ambani and Shloka Mehta exercised their right to franchise.
As voting continues across the state, several prominent personalities and political leaders have made their presence felt by casting their votes and sharing their perspectives.
Celebrities at the Polls
Among the high-profile voters today are:
- Salim Khan (renowned scriptwriter of Sholay)
- Ranbir Kapoor
- Saif Ali Khan
- Kareena Kapoor Khan
- Manish Malhotra
- Javed Akhtar
Their participation underscores the importance of voting and sets an example for citizens to exercise their democratic rights.
CM Eknath Shinde’s Optimism
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde expressed confidence about the Mahayuti coalition’s prospects in the election. He emphasized the coalition’s focus on development, contrasting it with the previous government’s tenure.
Key Points from CM Shinde’s Statement:
- Highlighted the 2019 mandate, which favored Mahayuti but did not result in their government formation.
- Criticized the Maha Vikas Aghadi’s (MVA) 2.5-year rule, claiming stalled progress during that period.
- Praised Mahayuti’s 2.5 years in power for initiating schemes like Ladli Behna, aimed at empowering women and enhancing welfare.
- Declared confidence in securing a huge majority in the 2024 elections.
Polling Progress
Voting, which began at 7 AM, will conclude at 6 PM. The state has witnessed enthusiastic participation across all 288 assembly seats, with the counting of votes and declaration of results scheduled for November 23, 2024.
Stay tuned for updates on voter turnout and developments as the day progresses.