Maharashtra Politics in Turmoil; Tragedy Strikes in MP

Live updates of important developments in Maharashtra and abroad LIVE UPDATES. BJP had already announced 5 candidates. Later, Shindesena announced the names of Neelam Gorhe and Bacchu Kadu. NCP Ajit Pawar faction announced the name of Zeeshan Siddique. However, confusion still prevails in the Maha Vikas Aghadi. Uddhavsena has decided the name of Ambadas Danve. But Congress is yet to confirm it. Shindesena has announced the candidature of Bacchu Kadu and Neelam Goher for the Legislative Council. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has announced this. The entire state has been shaken by the terrible accident that took place on Wednesday night in Madhya Pradesh's Chikhliya district. 16 people lost their lives in a pickup and Scorpio collision near Chikhliya Phata. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav and leaders of the ruling and opposition parties have expressed grief over this heartbreaking incident. The government has announced free treatment for all the injured.