Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut criticised the Congress’s slow decision-making process. Congress leader Nana Patole, however, said the final decisions on seat-sharing would be made by Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge.

Seat-sharing talks in MVA hit roadblock as Shiv Sena refuses discussions with Maharashtra Congress president, causing tensions.

As the Maharashtra Assembly elections approach, the Maha Vikas Aghadi coalition has finalized agreements on 258 seats but continues to negotiate for approximately 30, while also preparing to challenge the ruling Mahayuti alliance in this significant electoral contest.

Congress Maharashtra chief Nana Patole has reportedly opposed Shiv Sena UBT's demand to contest more seats in Vidarbha, a region where Congress has historically done well. | OpIndia News

Maharashtra polls: Opposition alliance MVA accuses Mahayuti government of voter list manipulation ahead of Assembly elections in Maharashtra.