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News1829-01-2026, 19:45

Maharashtra ZP Polls Rescheduled to Feb 7, Counting on Feb 9 After Deputy CM's Demise

  • Maharashtra Zilla Parishad (ZP) and panchayat samiti elections are rescheduled.
  • Voting will now occur on February 7, instead of the previously announced February 5.
  • Vote counting is moved to February 9, from the original February 7.
  • The State Election Commission (SEC) announced the deferment due to a three-day mourning period.
  • Mourning was declared following the passing of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in an air crash on January 28.

Why It Matters: Maharashtra ZP polls deferred to Feb 7, counting on Feb 9, due to mourning for Deputy CM Ajit Pawar.

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