In this edition of 'Editorial,' Mr. Sujit Nair delves into the pivotal role Maharashtra plays in determining the Prime Minister in the upcoming Lok Sabha Election. He delves into the fractures within Maharashtra's two prominent regional parties, namely Shiv Sena and Nationalist Congress Party, and underscores the discontent among the state's populace regarding these schisms. Mr. Nair predicts that the BJP might encounter setbacks and secure fewer seats compared to its 2019 performance owing to these aforementioned factors.