Battle for Maharashtra: BJP-Shiv Sena-NCP hope freebies will offset farmer anger and Maratha discontent

Maharashtra elections will focus on the ruling parties offering schemes and sops to gain favor, while the Opposition pushes for change. Prominent issues include incentives like free cylinders and exemptions from tolls, anger among the Maratha community, and concerns about industries relocating to Gujarat. The election will be conducted in a single phase.