Maharashtra Politics

Maharashtra's decision to declare 265 talukas drought-affected has triggered questions from both ruling alliance leaders and the Opposition. While some areas represented by Mahayuti leaders have been excluded, the MVA has questioned the transparency of the assessment process.

Surendra P. Gangan is a journalist covering Maharashtra's political, civic and regional developments. His reporting has included the current water situation and drought-related developments in Marathwada.

Maharashtra's Maratha reservation issue remains a major political development after activist Manoj Jarange-Patil ended his 20-day hunger strike and gave the state government three months to consider his demands.

The Supreme Court has resumed final hearings in petitions concerning the Shiv Sena split and the disqualification of MLAs from the Eknath Shinde-led faction. The Shinde camp is defending the Election Commission’s decision recognising its organisational majority in the party dispute.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has promised a comprehensive overhaul of the Maharashtra Public Service Commission after meeting student representatives and hearing concerns about the commission's functioning. The move comes amid growing pressure over examination-related issues and demands for greater transparency.

Maharashtra is one of India's most politically influential states, where regional identity, urban development, agriculture and coalition politics play an important role. Political competition continues to shape debates over governance, economic growth and the state's future.

Maharashtra's political debate has intensified over the Maharashtra Public Service Commission exam controversy. Student concerns over alleged irregularities and demands for accountability have put pressure on the state government and the commission.

Maharashtra's political atmosphere has intensified as the Maratha reservation issue returns to the centre of debate, with Manoj Jarange Patil continuing his protest and ruling Mahayuti leaders and opposition parties exchanging sharp statements.

Political pressure is mounting in Maharashtra over alleged irregularities in MPSC examinations. NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar has intensified his criticism of MPSC Chairman Vivek Bhimanwar, while Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has assured students that past examination irregularities will also be investigated.

Maharashtra Politics has witnessed a fresh controversy ahead of Ganeshotsav, with disagreements emerging within the ruling Mahayuti alliance over the use of DJs and loudspeakers during celebrations. While some BJP and Shiv Sena leaders have supported restrictions on noise pollution, others have opposed a blanket ban, giving the opposition another issue to target the government.

The Maratha reservation issue has once again intensified in Maharashtra as activist Manoj Jarange-Patil continues to press the state government over Kunbi certificates and reservation demands. The prolonged agitation has created fresh political pressure on the Devendra Fadnavis-led government.

The Maratha reservation issue continues to dominate Maharashtra politics as activist Manoj Jarange Patil enters the 12th day of his protest. The state government is facing growing pressure to address the community's demands while Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has maintained that the government will not take away anyone else's reservation.