Maharashtra's Baramati and Rahuri Constituencies Prepare for Upcoming Byelections
Baramati, Rahuri all set to conduct byelections on April 23
The Hindu
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Maharashtra is set for byelections on April 23, 2026, in the Baramati and Rahuri constituencies. The Baramati seat, a traditional stronghold of the Pawar family, faces a one-sided contest as the Congress party withdraws its candidate in support of Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, following the death of Ajit Pawar.
- 01Byelections scheduled for April 23, 2026, in Baramati and Rahuri, Maharashtra.
- 02Baramati is a key constituency for the Pawar family, now contested after Ajit Pawar's death.
- 03Congress has withdrawn its candidate in favor of Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar.
- 04The political landscape in Maharashtra may shift significantly due to these byelections.
- 05The contest reflects changing alliances and rivalries among major political factions.
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Maharashtra is preparing for byelections on April 23, 2026, in two significant constituencies: Baramati in Pune district and Rahuri in Ahmednagar district. The Baramati seat, historically a stronghold of the Pawar family, is now a focal point of political interest following the death of former Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. The Congress party has strategically withdrawn its candidate, paving the way for Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar to contest. This move indicates a potential consolidation of support for the ruling coalition and highlights shifting political dynamics in Maharashtra. The byelections may reshape the state's political landscape, as various factions, including those led by Sharad Pawar and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), vie for influence in this crucial electoral battle.
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The outcome of these byelections could significantly influence the political power dynamics in Maharashtra, especially for the Pawar family and their supporters.
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