Opposition parties in Maharashtra welcomed the Supreme Court`s decision to strike down the electoral bonds scheme, labelling the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as the sole beneficiary of the controversial political funding mechanism.

The NCP (Sharad Pawar camp) alleged that electoral bonds were introduced to primarily benefit the BJP, allowing anonymous donors to contribute to the party`s coffers. Party spokesperson Clyde Crasto emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in political donations, praising the court`s decision as a step towards ensuring these principles, a PTI report stated.