The upcoming 2024 Maharashtra Vidhan Sabha election in Pune district has garnered significant attention. Featuring prominent candidates from major political parties, the election is set to be a competitive affair. Various constituencies are represented by seasoned politicians as well as fresh faces from BJP, NCP, Shiv Sena (both Shinde and UBT factions), Congress, and independent candidates. Here’s a comprehensive look at the election schedule, candidates, and constituencies.
Election Schedule for 2024 Maharashtra Rajya Sabha Election
- Notification Date: October 22
- Last Date for Filing Nomination: October 29
- Scrutiny of Nominations: October 30
- Last Date for Withdrawal of Nomination: November 4
- Polling Date: November 20
- Counting of Votes: November 23
Candidates and Constituencies Overview in Pune District
A total of 21 assembly constituencies in Pune district are participating in this election. Below is a breakdown of the candidates representing each constituency:
Junnar (Constituency No. 195)
- NCP Candidate: Atul Benke
- NCP-SP Candidate: Satyashil Sherkar
Ambegaon (Constituency No. 196)
- NCP Candidate: Dilip Walse Patil
- NCP-SP Candidate: Devdutt Nikkam
Khed Alandi (Constituency No. 197)
- NCP Candidate: Dilip Mohite
- SS (UBT) Candidate: Babaji Kale
Shirur (Constituency No. 198)
- NCP Candidate: Dnyaneshwar Katke
- NCP-SP Candidate: Ashok Pawar
Daund (Constituency No. 199)
- BJP Candidate: Rahul Kul
- NCP-SP Candidate: Ramesh Thorat
Indapur (Constituency No. 200)
- NCP Candidate: Dattatray Vithoba Bharne
- NCP-SP Candidate: Harshvardhan Patil
Baramati (Constituency No. 201)
- NCP Candidate: Ajit Pawar
- NCP-SP Candidate: Yugendra Pawar
Purandar (Constituency No. 202)
- SHS (Shiv Sena) Candidate: Vijay Shivtare
- Congress Candidate: Sanjay Jagtap
- NCP Candidate: Sambhaji Zende
Bhor (Constituency No. 203)
- NCP Candidate: Shankar Mandekar
- Congress Candidate: Sangram Anantrao Thopate
Maval (Constituency No. 204)
- NCP Candidate: Sunil Shelke
- Independent Candidate: Bapu Bhegade
Chinchwad (Constituency No. 205)
- BJP Candidate: Shankar Jagtap
- NCP-SP Candidate: Rahul Kalate
Pimpri (Constituency No. 206)
- NCP Candidate: Anna Bansode
- NCP-SP Candidate: Sulakshana Shilwant
Bhosari (Constituency No. 207)
- BJP Candidate: Mahesh Landge
- NCP-SP Candidate: Ajit Gavhane
Vadgaon Sheri (Constituency No. 208)
- NCP Candidate: Sunil Tingre
- NCP-SP Candidate: Bapusaheb Pathare
Shivajinagar (Constituency No. 209)
- BJP Candidate: Siddharth Shirole
- Congress Candidate: Dattatrey Bahirat
Kothrud (Constituency No. 210)
- BJP Candidate: Chandrakant Patil
- SS (UBT) Candidate: Chandrakant Mokate
- MNS – Adv. Kishor Shinde
Khadakwasala (Constituency No. 211)
- BJP Candidate: Bhimrao Tapkir
- NCP-SP Candidate: Sachin Dodke
- MNS – Mayuresh Wanjale
Parvati (Constituency No. 212)
- BJP Candidate: Madhuri Misal
- NCP-SP Candidate: Ashwinitai Kadam
Hadapsar (Constituency No. 213)
- NCP Candidate: Chetan Tupe
- NCP-SP Candidate: Prashant Jagtap
Pune Cantonment (Constituency No. 214)
- BJP Candidate: Sunil Kamble
- Congress Candidate: Ramesh Bagwe
Kasba Peth (Constituency No. 215)
- BJP Candidate: Hemant Rasane
- Congress Candidate: Ravindra Dhangekar
- MNS – Ganesh Bhokre
Key Contests and Analysis
The Maharashtra Rajya Sabha election in Pune promises to showcase tough contests in prominent constituencies like Baramati, Kothrud, and Hadapsar. Notable candidates, such as Ajit Pawar from Baramati, are expected to be influential in the voter base due to their established political clout. Another closely-watched battle is in Pune Cantonment, where BJP’s Sunil Kamble and Congress’s Ramesh Bagwe are vying for control.
Political Dynamics and Implications
With major alliances like BJP alliance and active participation from INC , NCP(SP) & UBT factions, this election represents a critical moment in Maharashtra’s political trajectory. Candidates in Pune district are addressing significant local issues, promising developmental initiatives, and vying to earn the support of local communities.
The 2024 Rajya Sabha election in Pune stands as a pivotal moment in Maharashtra’s politics, with high-stakes battles across 21 constituencies.
