Power is devolved to large city councils, district councils (zilla parishad), subdistrict (taluka) councils, and village parish councils (gram panchayat). The numerically strong Maratha –Kunbi community dominates the state's politics.

Nov 14, 2024 · Maharashtra, India’s wealthiest state by per capita GDP, is a dynamic blend of industrial hubs, Bollywood glamour, and robust sugar cooperatives. Once a Congress stronghold, the state now presents a complex political landscape, where shifting alliances shape governance.

Nov 22, 2024 · Maharashtra's Political History: From the formation of Maharashtra in 1947 to the latest split of Shiv Sena & NCP in 2024, explore its political timeline through the eyes of The Hindu.

Jun 6, 2024 · Uncover the impact of the 2024 Lok Sabha results on Maharashtra politics. Learn how key leaders like Eknath Shinde, Devendra Fadnavis, and Sharad Pawar fared and what it means for their...

Jul 2, 2023 · Follow live news, developments and updates from Maharashtra as Ajit Pawar and 8 more MLAs separate from Nationalist Congress Party and join Eknath Shinde-led government.

Jul 5, 2023 · NCP chief Sharad Pawar on Thursday expelled Praful Patel, Sunil Tatkare and S R Kohli from the party. Pawar had called the party's national executive meeting in Delhi in which 13 NCP leaders — including PC Chacko, Jitendra Awhad, Fauzia Khan and Vandana Chavan — …

Nov 1, 2024 · Analyse the role of Sharad Pawar in shaping Maharashtra’s political landscape. Evaluate the significance of coalition governments in Maharashtra’s governance. Examine the electoral trends in Maharashtra post-2014 and their implications for national politics.

May 10, 2023 · A Constitution bench headed by the Chief Justice of India (CJI), DY Chandrachud, will deliver its crucial verdict today in the pleas pertaining to the Maharashtra political crisis. The verdict will decide the fate of the Eknath Shinde-led government in Maharashtra and also of the beleaguered Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Udhhav Thackeray.

Nov 7, 2024 · Maharashtra has a deep-rooted political and social history. During India’s independence struggle, many leaders and social activists from Maharashtra played a significant role. Leaders like Bal...

Nov 14, 2024 · Maharashtra, once a Congress stronghold, has transformed into a complex political landscape. The state has a rich history marked by linguistic, social, and economic dynamics. About its evolution is vital for grasping contemporary politics in India.