Maharashtra gears up for its local body elections, with the State Election Commission announcing the schedule for Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti polls. Voting is set for February 5th, following a Supreme Court-mandated deadline extension. Key dates for nominations, scrutiny, and withdrawals have been released, with counting on February 7th. Special arrangements will ensure accessibility for all voters.

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