The ruling BJP-led Mahayuti alliance is focused on retaining power, while the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition is aiming for a strong comeback.

In 2014, sitting Independent MLA Ganpat Gaikwad defeated Shiv Sena’s Gopal Landge after receiving 36,357 votes. In 2019, Gaikwad contested with BJP’s ticket and defeated independent candidate Narendra ...