A political storm has erupted in Maharashtra with allegations of a ‘Bitcoin AudioGate’ scandal just ahead of the election verdict. The BJP has accused Maha Vikas Aghadi leaders Supriya Sule and Nana Patole of laundering money through cryptocurrency to finance their campaign, supported by alleged audio clips and texts. However, an India Today OSINT investigation using advanced AI detection tools suggests that most of the audio notes may be deep fakes, raising questions about their authenticity. While Sule has dismissed the allegations as malicious, Patole has promised legal action. With the votes locked and just 48 hours left for the day of judgment, this crypto controversy could turn into a crucial flashpoint in Maharashtra’s high-stakes political battle.