Maharashtra Elections 2024: BJP Leader Vinod Tawde Accused of Money Distribution; Hitejendra Thakur's Stunning Revelations

Maharashtra has erupted into a political storm as news has surfaced that BJP national secretary Vinod Tawde has been indulging in disbursing money to voters during the state's ongoing assembly elections. The controversy broke out at Hotel Vivanta in Virar East, where Tawde was allegedly seen distributing cash, which sparked a major face-off between BJP and Bahujan Vikas Aghadi workers. The incident has raised serious concerns about the integrity of the election process that is currently underway.

The Allegations: Cash for Votes in Maharashtra

The scandal broke out when a senior BVA leader, Hitejendra Thakur, accused Tawde of bribing people to vote in the area. Thakur, along with his party workers, said that Tawde came to the event carrying '5 crore worth of cash'. He also claimed finding two diaries with detailed notes on the money distribution, which he believed further sharpened the tines of suspicion on elections bribery.

According to Thakur, BJP members themselves informed him regarding Tawde's alleged plans. Talking to the ABP Majha, Thakur said that BJP insiders had actually warned him of such action by Tawde. "I was informed that Vinod Tawde would bring ₹5 crore for distribution, and when I saw how the situation in the hotel was, I realized it was true. Diaries contained records about the manner in which money was being distributed," said Thakur.

The Accusations: Political Impact and Back-and-Forth

The accusations have highlighted political debates, and the BJP hastened to deny any wrongdoings. Tawde flatly refuted the allegation that there is no truth behind the claim. However, the recent revelations by Thakur have put the BJP on the back foot.

Thakur claimed that Tawde called him 25 times, in an attempt to seek forgiveness and resolve the issue. According to Thakur, Tawde sought forgiveness, admitting the mistakes he committed and reportedly pleaded for the issue to be dropped. "I have received 25 calls from Vinod Tawde, and he keeps asking for forgiveness," Thakur claimed.

Rising Tensions Ahead of Maharashtra Assembly Elections

In the light of elections in the Maharashtra assembly scheduled for 2024, these explosive claims have only added fuel to the fire, which seems to question the very integrity of the process. The cash distribution allegations raise skepticism over the fairness of the election and demand thorough investigations into the matter.

The political scenario in Maharashtra is now heating up with both the major parties geared up for what promises to be a highly contested election. As the public waits for more developments, allegations against BJP's Vinod Tawde have certainly added an unexpected twist to the state's political landscape.

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