00:00The battle for Jharkhand's assembly continues.
00:14With the first phase showing an impressive turnout, the state gears up for the second
00:18phase on November 20.
00:20In this episode of Poll Rap, let me take you through the key highlights from phase 1 and
00:24what to watch for in phase 2 as the campaign heats up in Jharkhand.
00:28And about prominent players and their strategies as Maharashtra also heads towards a decisive
00:33assembly election on November 20.
00:38The first phase of Jharkhand's 2024 assembly election wrapped up with a notable voter turnout
00:43of 64.86% across 43 constituencies.
00:48High participation areas included Khuti at 34.12%, Gumla at 33.86% and Lohar Dugga at
00:5633.44% with voters coming out in strong numbers despite intense security measures in place
01:03at sensitive polling booths.
01:08Now the stage is set for phase 2 where the remaining 38 constituencies will head to the
01:13polls on November 20.
01:15In this phase, security remains a high priority, especially with 950 booths classified as sensitive.
01:21The Election Commission has been actively working to ensure safety, employing drones
01:25for surveillance and deploying CRPF personnels across polling stations to maintain order.
01:32Political leaders are urging voters to participate enthusiastically in the upcoming phase.
01:37Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress President Mallika Arjun Kharge have each made
01:41appeals emphasizing the importance of each vote.
01:45The BJP, confident after a vigorous campaign, has highlighted promises such as tackling
01:50infiltration and implementing a uniform civil code, while the ruling JMM has focused on
01:55social justice initiatives, including 33% job reservation for women.
02:00Meanwhile, the Congress is promising 250 units of free electricity, a caste-based census
02:06and plan to address job vacancies across the state.
02:09With all eyes now on November 20, Jharkhand voters have one more chance to shape the state's future.
02:21Shifting our focus now on Maharashtra, as the state heads towards a decisive Assembly
02:25election on November 20, all eyes are on the prominent players and their strategies.
02:30The ruling Mahayati coalition led by the BJP-Shiv Sena-Shinde faction and Ajit Pawar's NCP has
02:36now finalised its candidate list, setting the stage for a fierce contest against the
02:41Mahavikas-Agadi alliance of Shiv Sena-UBT-NCP-Sharad Pawar faction and Congress.
02:47The BJP has announced its complete line-up, including big names like Chief Minister Eknath
02:52Shinde, Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and State BJP President Chandrashekhar Bhavankule.
02:59Candidates will be competing across Maharashtra's 288 constituencies, with the BJP contesting
03:04approximately 150 seats as it seeks to consolidate support with its allies.
03:09The BJP's manifesto reflect key promises to Maharashtra voters.
03:13Among them are a proposed state anti-conversion law, increased farm loan waivers, a 2,100-monthly
03:20aid for women and a 10,000-monthly stipend aimed at providing opportunities for one million
03:27youth.
03:28Interestingly, the alliance has not finalised a candidate for the chief minister position,
03:32a move some see as a strategic way to unify the coalition behind common goals.
03:39With Maharashtra voters poised to decide their future, this election underscores deep alliances
03:44and ambitious pledges, reflecting each party's version for the state's progress and prosperity.
03:50Polling will take place on November 20, with the results expected on November 23.
03:54That's all in today's episode of Poll Drop.
03:57Stay tuned as we continue to monitor and report on the unfolding events and provide you with
04:01comprehensive coverage of this high-stake battle.
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