Maharashtra Election Results 2019: BJP has emerged victorious in Haryana, Maharashtra

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) contested the elections in alliance with the Shiv Sena and other smaller parties. Most of the exit polls have predicted a clear majority for the BJP-led alliance comprising the Sena and other parties in the 288-member Assembly. "We know that we are returning to power for second time. Only curiosity is about numbers," a BJP official said. Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis will address reporters on Thursday evening, he added.

Counting of votes for Maharashtra Assembly elections begins.

Counting of votes begins for Maharashtra & Haryana Assembly elections. pic.twitter.com/VMLrW1cE2q

— ANI (@ANI) October 24, 2019

Before counting began, BJP in Maharashtra started 'victory' preparations. BJP officials gave an order for 5,000 'laddus' and for putting up a huge screen to see the live coverage of counting. Orders for garlands were also placed, a party official said on Wednesday.

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Mumbai: Counting of votes for #MaharashtraAssemblyElections starts soon, ladoos ready at BJP state office pic.twitter.com/3GF6ss9SSU

— ANI (@ANI) October 24, 2019

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis visited the holy shrine of Kedarnath to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. BJP and Sena insiders said they are anticipating good returns and a resounding comeback in the Mantralaya. (Read more)

Took darshan & blessings at Kedarnath temple, this morning.
Har Har Mahadev ! pic.twitter.com/kw2sdW1WQE

— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) October 23, 2019