Maharashtra's assembly elections and by-elections in five states were marked by accusations of voter suppression and violence. By morning, seven police officers were suspended in UP for interfering with burqa-clad voters, while a video emerged of an inspector threatening voters with a revolver in Muzaffarnagar.
A Dalit woman's body was found in UP's Karhal, with family claiming she was killed for supporting BJP. The incident intensified political tensions during voting.
By afternoon, Maharashtra reported 58% turnout, with Mumbai showing notably low participation. The Bitcoin controversy from previous days evolved into an AI-generated audio dispute between Supriya Sule and Ajit Pawar.
Evening exit polls predicted advantage for BJP-led Mahayuti in Maharashtra, while showing a tight contest in Jharkhand. The day ended with media focus shifting from violence reports to electoral predictions.