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Why only Mahayuti candidates?: Opposition cries foul over '68' unopposed wins in Maharashtra civic polls; claims Rs 5cr bribes, threats

A significant number of Mahayuti candidates secured unopposed victories in municipal polls, with the BJP leading the count. Opposition leaders decried the situation, alleging widespread use of money and threats to force withdrawals, and accused the state election commission of bias. Allegations of bribery and undue influence were prominent.