Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Monday criticised the Opposition for adopting “double standards” on the issue of local body elections. He alleged that parties which had previously demanded that polls be held on priority are now seeking their postponement, citing alleged discrepancies in the voters’ list.

Ruling Alliance Confident of Victory

Shinde claimed that the Opposition parties were fearing an imminent defeat in the upcoming elections. He expressed confidence that the ruling Mahayuti alliance comprising BJP, Shiv Sena, and Ajit Pawar-led NCP—would sweep the polls.

Opposition Raises Concerns Over Electoral Rolls

Leaders from the Opposition, including Shiv Sena (UBT), Congress, NCP (Sharad Pawar), and MNS, recently met the State Election Commissioner and the Chief

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