Maharashtra polls: MVA & Mahayuti brace for hung assembly, open hotline with independents and rebels

Anticipating a close contest and potential hung assembly in the Maharashtra elections, both the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) and Mahayuti alliances are preparing to secure their winning candidates. Strategies include booking five-star hotels in Mumbai for accommodating and safeguarding MLAs, as well as initiating discussions with Independent candidates to garner their support in case neither alliance achieves a clear majority.