Maharashtra's Richest Candidates: Wealthiest Contestants in the 2023 Assembly Elections
As the Maharashtra Assembly elections draw near, the scrutiny of candidates' financial backgrounds has intensified. Here’s a list of the wealthiest contestants vying for seats in the upcoming polls.
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Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Mangal Prabhat Lodha, from the Malabar Hill constituency, has emerged as the wealthiest candidate. His total property is worth a staggering ₹447 crore, a marginal increase of 1.21 per cent from ₹441.65 crore in 2019. Lodha’s assets include movable property valued at ₹228 crore and immovable property worth ₹218 crore.
Rahul Narwekar, the BJP nominee from the Colaba seat and the current Maharashtra Assembly Speaker, has also made it to the list of the richest candidates. His total property is valued at ₹129.80 crore, making him the third wealthiest contestant.
On the other hand, Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who is contesting from Nagpur South West for the sixth term, is the seventh richest candidate with a total property worth ₹13.27 crore. Fadnavis has been a prominent figure in Maharashtra's political landscape, known for his leadership and administrative skills.
Here’s a list of the top richest candidates across parties
1. Mangal Prabhat Lodha (BJP) - ₹447 crore (Malabar Hill seat)
2. Pratap Sarnaik (Shiv Sena) - ₹333.32 crore (Ovala Majiwada seat)
3. Rahul Narwekar (BJP) - ₹129.80 crore (Colaba seat)
4. Subhash Bhoir (Shiv Sena-UBT) - ₹95.51 crore (Kalyan Rural seat)
5. Jitendra Awhad (NCP-SP) - ₹83.14 crore (Mumbra-Kalwa seat)
6. Najeeb Mulla (NCP) - ₹76.87 crore (Mumbra-Kalwa seat)
7. Devendra Fadnavis - ₹13.27 crore (Nagpur South West)
8. Ashish Shelar (BJP Maha Chief) - ₹40.47 crore (Bandra West)
9. Sulabha Gaikwad (BJP) - ₹2.21 crore (Kalyan East)
10. Raju Patil (MNS) - ₹24.79 crore (Kalyan Rural)
11. Aaditya Thackeray (Shiv Sena-UBT) - ₹23.43 crore (Worli)
The Maharashtra Assembly elections are scheduled for November 20, with the counting of votes for all 288 constituencies set to take place on November 23. This election is crucial for the political landscape of the state, as it will determine the direction of governance and development in Maharashtra.
In the 2019 assembly elections, the BJP won 105 seats, the Shiv Sena 56, and the Congress 44. The BJP had a significant lead in 2014, securing 122 seats, while the Shiv Sena won 63 and the Congress 42.
The wealth of these candidates not only reflects their personal financial standing but also the resources they can bring to their constituencies. As the election campaigns heat up, these financial declarations will play a crucial role in shaping public opinion and voter choices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the richest candidate in the Maharashtra Assembly elections?
Mangal Prabhat Lodha from the Malabar Hill constituency, with a total property worth ₹447 crore.
What is the total property value of Rahul Narwekar?
Rahul Narwekar, the BJP nominee from the Colaba seat, has a total property value of ₹129.80 crore.
How many seats are up for grabs in the Maharashtra Assembly elections?
There are 288 seats up for grabs in the Maharashtra Assembly elections.
When is the counting of votes for the Maharashtra Assembly elections scheduled?
The counting of votes for the Maharashtra Assembly elections is scheduled for November 23.
How many seats did the BJP win in the 2019 Maharashtra Assembly elections?
The BJP won 105 seats in the 2019 Maharashtra Assembly elections.
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