Maharashtra Lok Sabha Elections: Onion Growers' Plight Led to Mahayuti's Downfall
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar attributes the poor performance of the Mahayuti alliance in the recent Lok Sabha elections to the dissatisfaction among onion growers in the state.
MaharashtraLok Sabha ElectionsOnion GrowersMahayuti AllianceNcpBjpShiv SenaFarm DistressReal Estate MaharashtraJun 14, 2024
In the recent Lok Sabha Elections 2024, the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) secured victory in 30 out of Maharashtra's 48 seats. Meanwhile, the ruling Mahayuti, part of the NDA alliance, managed to win only 17 seats.
Pawar's statement came three days after Chief Minister Eknath Shinde admitted that farm distress cost the Mahayuti alliance dearly, stating that
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the main reason for the Mahayuti alliance's poor performance in the Lok Sabha elections?
According to Ajit Pawar, the dissatisfaction among onion growers in Maharashtra was a significant factor in the Mahayuti alliance's poor performance in the Lok Sabha elections.
How many seats did the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) win in the Lok Sabha elections?
The MVA won 30 out of Maharashtra's 48 seats in the Lok Sabha elections.
What was the impact of the Centre's ban on onion exports on farmers in Maharashtra?
The ban on onion exports triggered protests among farmers in the Nashik region, leading to widespread discontent.
How did the Shiv Sena and BJP perform in the Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra?
The Shiv Sena and its ally BJP lost the Nashik and Dindori seats, respectively, and managed to secure only one seat in Marathwada and two seats in Vidarbha.
What is the speculation about the BJP's alliance strategy for the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections?
There is speculation that the BJP might end its alliance with Ajit Pawar's NCP and align with Chief Minister Ekanth Shinde's Shiv Sena for the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections.
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