Sanjay Raut alleged that individuals approached Uddhav Thackeray, offering victory in tricky seats via EVMs, similar to an approach made to Sharad Pawar. These individuals claimed the ruling party had a plan to win through EVMs and electoral rolls.
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SIT chief BK Singh commended the rape survivor's resilience in the Prajwal Revanna case, highlighting her crucial testimony despite the four-year gap since the offences. The investigation involved extensive evidence and witnesses, with officials affirming no external interference. The swift judicial process led to Prajwal's conviction on all counts within just over a year.
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