Maharashtra local body elections LIVE updates: Polls are being seen as a crucial litmus test for the Fadnavis-led Mahayuti government, with the results expected to indicate public sentiment towards the ruling alliance ahead. We are closing the LIVE blog now

Maharashtra local body elections LIVE updates: Amid reports of clashes between workers of the Shiv Sena and NCP in Raigad during Tuesday's local body elections in Maharashtra, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar said violence has no place in democracy. We are closing the blog now