Counting Begins for Maharashtra Civic Polls Amid Controversy Over Election Process

Vote counting for the Maharashtra civic polls, including the high-stakes Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, began at 10 am. The process is marked by controversy over the use of Printing Auxiliary Display Units (PADU). MNS president Raj Thackeray accused the State Election Commission of bias, alleging administrative misuse by ruling parties to influence the results. Updates on the counting are being closely followed.