Archive · 22 Nov 2025
BJP's Unopposed Wins Spark Opposition Allegations of Intimidation and Nepotism
In Maharashtra's local elections, the ruling BJP party says it has won 100 seats without any contest.
The opposition says this happened because the BJP used its power to scare off other candidates and let their family members win.
The BJP says the people of Maharashtra support them and want them to keep leading the state.
BJP claims 100 unopposed victories in Maharashtra local polls
Includes relatives of CM and ministers
Opposition alleges misuse of power and intimidation
Critics accuse BJP of implementing a 'Family Welfare Scheme'
BJP defends victories, thanks voters
- Who
- BJP party in Maharashtra
- What
- Claimed 100 unopposed victories in local polls
- When
- During the ongoing local self-government body polls
- Where
- Maharashtra, India
- Why
- To win local elections without contest
BJP's Stance
Opposition's Stance
Victories
BJP's Stance
Won 100 seats unopposed
Opposition's Stance
Won due to intimidation and nepotism
- Number of unopposed victories
- 100
- Includes
- Relative of CM Devendra Fadnavis and wife of a cabinet minister
- Opposition's allegation
- Misuse of power and intimidation