Maharashtra Election 2024 / The master plan of RSS which gave BJP a bumper victory in Maharashtra?

Maharashtra Election 2024: The results of the Maharashtra assembly elections have once again proved that the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) plays a key role in the electoral success of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). In the 288-seat assembly, the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance performed historically and won 230 seats, while the alliance of Congress, Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena, and NCP could get only 46 seats.

RSS's impressive campaign

Before the election, the RSS ran a massive campaign to prepare public opinion in favor of the BJP in Maharashtra. This campaign not only proved effective in garnering support in favor of the party, but also succeeded in taking local and national issues to the people.

Discussion with small groups

RSS did extensive public relations by forming small groups. These teams connected with people in every part of the state and reached families through local networks. Although the name of BJP was not taken directly in these meetings, the issues of national interest, Hindutva, good governance, and development were at the center of the discussion.

Emphasis on increasing voter awareness

According to sources, Sangh workers played an active role in families, mohallas and local communities to increase voter awareness and prepare public opinion. This strategy was so effective that BJP got a spectacular victory despite the anti-incumbency wave.

Coordination of Devendra Fadnavis and Sangh

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis admitted that he had sought help from RSS to fight "vote jihadis" and "anarchists" in the assembly elections. After the elections, Fadnavis met RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat in Nagpur and discussed the strategic direction.

Lessons from Lok Sabha performance

BJP had performed relatively weak in the Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra, after which the guidance and cooperation of RSS became important for the assembly elections. The contacts and organization skills of the Sangh gave a new edge to the election campaign.

Reaction of central leaders

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari described this historic victory of Mahayuti under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the "victory of trust" of the people of Maharashtra. He expressed commitment to the overall progress of the state and to fulfill the aspirations of the people.

Inspiration from Haryana

The strategy of RSS in Maharashtra elections was inspired by Haryana Assembly Elections 2019. In Haryana, the Sangh had organized more than 1.25 lakh small meetings, which helped BJP win 48 seats and form its government despite the anti-incumbency wave. Adopting the same model in Maharashtra, Sangh workers ensured BJP's victory by connecting with the people on a wide scale.

Strength of RSS and future of BJP

This strategy of RSS has proved to be not just a support but a strong foundation for BJP. The effect of the decline in the morale of the workers which was seen during the Lok Sabha elections was eliminated this time by the support of RSS.

Challenge and opportunity

However, in future BJP will have to ensure that the party organization and workers remain excited and motivated for a long time. Without the support of the Sangh, it may be challenging to maintain this series of electoral success.

Conclusion

BJP's historic victory in Maharashtra Assembly elections made it clear that the support of RSS plays a decisive role in the electoral strategy of the party. The RSS's grassroots hold and well-organised contact campaign not only kept the BJP in power but also made it stronger. This victory not only symbolises the political success of the BJP but also shows that the harmony between the party and the RSS is a unique example in Indian politics.