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Maharashtra Election Results – Vidhan Sabha 2009

Posted on October 21, 2009 by Harshad Oak

The election results for the Maharashtra state assembly elections are supposed to be announced tomorrow (22nd Oct). Like every prior election, the Election Commission has again failed to provide a proper & functional website where you can get the election … Continue reading →

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Maharashtra State Assembly Elections – Pune Shivajinagar Seat Contestants

Posted on October 9, 2009 by Harshad Oak

No Indian has anywhere near as much scope to change the destiny of other Indians as an elected representative in government. So like it or hate it, we have to take our netas and elections seriously. The assembly elections (Vidhan … Continue reading →

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Voter Apathy Or Election Commission Incompetence?

Posted on May 2, 2009 by Harshad Oak

At just 40%, Pune saw it’s worst ever voter turnout for the Loksabha elections. Mumbai was slightly better at 44%. The dismal voter turnout numbers have shocked most of educated India. Political leaders are smirking on TV saying things like … Continue reading →

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Pune LokSabha Seat Candidates – India General Elections 2009

Posted on April 4, 2009 by Harshad Oak

Candidates contesting for the Pune Loksabha seat in India’s General Elections 2009.

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Dekho Dekho Kaun Aya… Hindustan Ka Sher Aya!

Posted on March 16, 2009 by Harshad Oak

India’s general elections are just a month away and pre-poll campaigning is now heating up. I certainly would be voting but along with that I also intend to attend all political rallies that might be held anywhere near my place. … Continue reading →

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Us vs Them – The Mantra Of Politics

Posted on February 9, 2008 by Harshad Oak

After extensive research at Oak Labs, we believe we have discovered the secret of success in politics. It revolves around the simple concept of “Us vs Them”. The key to getting a mass following, winning elections and being a popular … Continue reading →

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