Govinda joins Shinde’s Shiv Sena, ending 14-year political 'vanvas', aims to enhance Mumbai's development
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Govinda joins Shinde’s Shiv Sena, ending 14-year political 'vanvas', aims to enhance Mumbai's development

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: Film actor Govinda on Thursday joined the Shiv Sena in presence of Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Shinde at his Varsha bungalow. It has been tipped that Govinda is likely to be nominated as the Shiv Sena candidate from Mumbai North West against Shiv Sena Amol Kirtikar. Govinda was elected as an MP on a Congress ticket in the 2004 Lok Sabha election by defeating BJP leader Ram Naik in Mumbai North Lok Sabha constituency. NCP state president Jayant Patil remarked that Govinda's era has passed, suggesting that the Shiv Sena should have recruited highly successful actors whose films are currently achieving success.

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After Portfolios Declared, Mahayuti Ministers Compete for District Guardian Ministership
1 day, 5 hours ago

After Portfolios Declared, Mahayuti Ministers Compete for District Guardian Ministership

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: After the cabinet portfolio distributions, tug of war has begun among the Maharashtra ministers over the post of ‘guardian minister’ of the districts. Shiv Sena cabinet Bharat Gogawale has staked claim over Raigad district, while Sanjay Shirshat wants to become the guardian minister of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar. NCP leader and Maharashtra agriculture minister Manikrao Kokate also said that the …

Shinde to take affidavits from Sena ministers confirming they will leave after half a term
1 week, 1 day ago

Shinde to take affidavits from Sena ministers confirming they will leave after half a term

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The Shiv Sena led by deputy CM Eknath Shinde will soon take affidavits from its newly sworn-in ministers that they are willing to quit after two and a half years to make room for other contenders. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde during the swearing-in ceremony, in Mumbai, Shinde declared that his party had adopted a ‘perform or perish’ …

Shiv Sena MLAs scramble for berths ahead of Maharashtra cabinet expansion today | What we know so far
1 week, 1 day ago

Shiv Sena MLAs scramble for berths ahead of Maharashtra cabinet expansion today | What we know so far

Hindustan Times  

The swearing-in ceremony of the Maharashtra cabinet is expected to be held in Nagpur on Sunday evening, just a day before the winter session of the assembly begins. The announcement will come after weeks of intense discussions between Mahayuti alliance partners - BJP, Shiv Sena and the NCP - that registered a resounding victory in the Maharashtra assembly elections on …

A rocky road ahead for Devendra Fadnavis in the driver's seat
2 weeks, 2 days ago

A rocky road ahead for Devendra Fadnavis in the driver's seat

India Today  

Almost two weeks into the Mahayuti in Maharashtra securing a landslide election victory, Devendra Fadnavis took oath as chief minister. Any political setback to Shinde would mean the BJP’s ‘Project Shiv Sena’, wherein it is seeking to politically decimate the rival Shiv Sena, may take a backseat. The Shiv Sena may gain a section of the Marathi vote, which has …

Eknath Shinde as Dy CM: Shiv Sena's Woes Aren't Over, It Faces 3 Big Questions
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Eknath Shinde as Dy CM: Shiv Sena's Woes Aren't Over, It Faces 3 Big Questions

The Quint  

After many days of uncertainty Maharashtra's outgoing chief minister Eknath Shinde finally took oath as deputy chief minister on 5 December, along with CM Devendra Fadnavis and the second deputy CM, Ajit Pawar. Due to Shinde's indecision on taking up the deputy CM's post, Ajit Pawar even took a dig at him during the alliance's joint press conference on 4 …

No Sena MLA to be part of new govt if Shinde doesn't become dy CM: Party leader
2 weeks, 4 days ago

No Sena MLA to be part of new govt if Shinde doesn't become dy CM: Party leader

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Shiv Sena leader Uday Samant on Thursday said no MLA from the party will accept any responsibility in the new Maharashtra government if Eknath Shinde does not take oath as deputy chief minister. Talking to reporters hours ahead of the swearing-in ceremony, Samant also said no MLA from the Shiv Sena has the intention to become deputy CM and …

Shiv Sena leader’s big statement: ‘If Eknath Shinde doesn’t accept Maharashtra Deputy CM post, no party MLA will…’
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Shiv Sena leader’s big statement: ‘If Eknath Shinde doesn’t accept Maharashtra Deputy CM post, no party MLA will…’

Live Mint  

Maharashtra: Even as the clock ticks down to Devendra Fadnavis' swearing-in ceremony as Maharashtra's Chief Minister, the suspense continues to build over whether key Mahayuti leader and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde will accept the Deputy CM post. However, with Shinde yet to reveal his final decision, Shiv Sena leaders have decided they won't take any responsibility in the new …

Shiv Sena MLAs, leaders convince Eknath Shinde to take up Maharashtra deputy CM post
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Shiv Sena MLAs, leaders convince Eknath Shinde to take up Maharashtra deputy CM post

Hindustan Times  

The newly-elected Shiv Sena MLAs on Wednesday met party president Eknath Shinde to convince him to take up the post of deputy chief minister in the new Maharashtra government. Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde, BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis and NCP chief Ajit Pawar show victory signs after staking claim to form the government in Maharashtra, at Raj Bhawan in Mumbai …

Eknath Shinde's contribution should be duly recognised: Shiv Sena's Kesarkar amid Maha CM suspense
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Eknath Shinde's contribution should be duly recognised: Shiv Sena's Kesarkar amid Maha CM suspense

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: Shiv Sena leader Deepak Kesarkar has said the Maharashtra assembly polls were recently fought under the leadership of Eknath Shinde and it is up to the BJP's central leadership to decide how to maintain his stature. The contribution of Shinde, the caretaker chief minister of the state, should be duly recognised, Kesarkar said at a press conference here on …

How MVA lost the plot in the Maharashtra assembly polls
3 weeks ago

How MVA lost the plot in the Maharashtra assembly polls

Hindustan Times  

Though the Maharashtra elections were widely expected to be closely contested, they turned out to be far from that. A significant blow to the MVA has been its diminished grip on Maharashtra’s political economy over the last five years, mainly caused by the defection of Shinde and Ajit Pawar, who were instrumental in managing extensive patronage networks and resource allocation …

Maharashtra Chief Minister Oath-Taking Ceremony Set for December 5
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Maharashtra Chief Minister Oath-Taking Ceremony Set for December 5

Deccan Chronicle  

NCP leader Ajit Pawar has confirmed that the Chief Minister will be from the BJP, while deputy CM posts will be shared between the Shiv Sena and the NCP. The Mahayuti, a formidable coalition in Maharashtra politics, brings together BJP’s ideological base, the Shiv Sena’s regional appeal, and the NCP’s grassroots reach. The alliance emerged victorious in the state assembly …

After arriving from Delhi, Shinde heads to his native village; Mahayuti meet likely on Sun
3 weeks, 3 days ago

After arriving from Delhi, Shinde heads to his native village; Mahayuti meet likely on Sun

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Outgoing Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who returned to Mumbai from New Delhi on Friday morning, is travelling to his native village in Satara district amid continuing suspense over his successor a week after the assembly poll results. Shinde had told reporters in New Delhi on late Thursday night that the next meeting of the Mahayuti alliance on government …

Maharashtra CM suspense continues: Shinde heads to native village after Delhi trip; Mahayuti meet on Sunday
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Maharashtra CM suspense continues: Shinde heads to native village after Delhi trip; Mahayuti meet on Sunday

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: Outgoing Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who returned to Mumbai from New Delhi on Friday morning, is travelling to his native village in Satara district amid continuing suspense over his successor a week after the assembly poll results. Shinde had told reporters in New Delhi on late Thursday night that the next meeting of the Mahayuti alliance on government …

Is Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT) breaking away from MVA? Early signs of a split after Maharashtra poll debacle
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Is Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT) breaking away from MVA? Early signs of a split after Maharashtra poll debacle

Live Mint  

Cracks have started appearing in the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi of Maharashtra days after its humiliating defeat at the hands of Mahayuti in the Assembly elections. Former Chief Minster Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena is reportedly facing a pressure from its leaders to quit the alliance, if at all it wants to secure a safe political future. The MVA, comprising the …

Maharashtra CM name announcement: Eknath Shinde meets Amit Shah, Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar to join shortly
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Maharashtra CM name announcement: Eknath Shinde meets Amit Shah, Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar to join shortly

India TV News  

Maharashtra CM name announcement: Outgoing Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Thursday night met Union Home Minister Amit Shah, ahead of a meeting of the Mahayuti coalition to discuss the power-sharing pact in the state. After reaching Delhi Shinde said he would not be an obstacle in the government formation in the state and abide by the decision taken by …

Who's eyeing what as Mahayuti government takes shape in Maharashtra
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Who's eyeing what as Mahayuti government takes shape in Maharashtra

India Today  

With consensus eluding over who will be the next Maharashtra Chief Minister, Mahayuti alliance partners are rooting for important portfolios in the new Cabinet ahead of a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah set to be held in Delhi later today. EKNATH SHINDE TO PUSH FOR KEY PORTFOLIOS Eknath Shinde, who resigned as the Chief Minister on Tuesday and …

‘Proud of Eknath Shinde’: BJP lauds Shiv Sena chief for leaving CM decision to party leadership
3 weeks, 5 days ago

‘Proud of Eknath Shinde’: BJP lauds Shiv Sena chief for leaving CM decision to party leadership

Live Mint  

Maharashtra: Soon after Eknath Shinde said that he has left the decision about Chief Minister's post upto Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Maharashtra BJP chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule heaped praise on the Shiv Sena chief. On Wednesday, breaking his silence amid ongoing speculations over who will become the next CM, Shinde said that he spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as well …

Next Maharashtra CM From BJP As Shiv Sena Extends White Flag — Top Points From Eknath Shinde Presser
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Next Maharashtra CM From BJP As Shiv Sena Extends White Flag — Top Points From Eknath Shinde Presser

ABP News  

Eknath Shinde on Wednesday said that the Shiv Sena would support the BJP’s choice for the Chief Minister's post. Speaking at a press conference in Thane, Shinde sought to dispel rumours of discord within the Mahayuti alliance Reading the indications, it became clear that the next chief minister will be from BJP's side but whether that name is Devendra Fadnavis …

Eknath Shinde says he will accept Maharashtra CM candidate picked by Modi, Shah
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Eknath Shinde says he will accept Maharashtra CM candidate picked by Modi, Shah

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday ended speculation about his position, announcing that he had telephoned Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah to assure them of his support for their choice of Maharashtra's next chief minister. Eknath Shinde said he’d received considerable support from Modi and Shah during the elections. He emphasised that the Mahayuti alliance …

Eknath Shinde to be Maharashtra CM? Shiv Sena leader says new government by December...
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Eknath Shinde to be Maharashtra CM? Shiv Sena leader says new government by December...

Live Mint  

Amid mounting speculation over the next Maharashtra Chief Minister, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat said on Wednesday that the next chief minister should be from the Shiv Sena. Meanwhile, Shiv Sena MP Naresh Mhaske said that there is no confusion on the CM and the decision would take some time. Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde resigned as Maharashtra Chief Minister …

Eknath Shinde won’t accept Deputy CM post, says Shiv Sena as Mahayuti deliberates Maharashtra CM choice
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Eknath Shinde won’t accept Deputy CM post, says Shiv Sena as Mahayuti deliberates Maharashtra CM choice

Live Mint  

Maharashtra New CM: “Eknath Shinde will not accept the position of the Deputy Chief Minister,” Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat said on Wednesday. Shiv Sena's Stand on Eknath Shinde Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat, speaking to India Today, stressed that Eknath Shinde "won't accept Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister's post." However, Eknath Shinde's faction of the Shiv Sena, which bagged 57 …

Maharashtra government formation highlights: BJP leadership and two Deputy CM likely to be in State, say sources
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Maharashtra government formation highlights: BJP leadership and two Deputy CM likely to be in State, say sources

The Hindu  

Maharashtra ‘caretaker’ Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday announced the Shiv Sena would support the decisions of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah to name the next Maharashtra CM, paving the way for the BJP to head the new government. With Mr. Shinde declaring the Shiv Sena would not be a “hurdle” in the formation of …

Fadnavis or Eknath Shinde? Amid Maharashtra impasse, who has edge | 5 big points
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Fadnavis or Eknath Shinde? Amid Maharashtra impasse, who has edge | 5 big points

India Today  

Four days after Mahayuti's sweep in Maharashtra, the state remains caught in a guessing game. As Maharashtra's deadlock drags on over the choice of the next Chief Minister, here are five key points outlining what factors favor Eknath Shinde or Devendra Fadnavis, and what might tip the scales for either. NUMBERS STACK UP IN DEVENDRA FADNAVIS' FAVOUR The BJP's impressive …

Will Eknath Shinde become Maharashtra CM? Sena drives hard with 'Eknath Hai Toh Safe Hai' slogan
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Will Eknath Shinde become Maharashtra CM? Sena drives hard with 'Eknath Hai Toh Safe Hai' slogan

India TV News  

Mumbai: Amid suspense over who will become the next chief minister of Maharashtra, the Eknath Shinde camp is driving hard for the CM post with 'Eknath Hai Toh Safe Hai' slogan. 'Eknath’ Hain To Safe Hain' Earlier in the day, Shiv Sena leader Manisha Kayande in an X post, wrote “Ek’Nath’ hain to safe hain". In the meantime, Eknath Shinde …

‘Shiv Sena, NCP slaves of Modi, Shah’, says Sanjay Raut; predicts who will be next Maharashtra CM
3 weeks, 6 days ago

‘Shiv Sena, NCP slaves of Modi, Shah’, says Sanjay Raut; predicts who will be next Maharashtra CM

Hindustan Times  

Amid suspense over the new Maharashtra chief minister pick, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Tuesday hit out at BJP's Mahayuti partners Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, calling their parties 'sub-companies of the Bharatiya Janata Party.' Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut argued that this Mahayuti alliance had restricted Shiv Sena and NCP's ability to make decisions. Sanjay Raut on who …

Eknath Shinde quits as CM; succession row puts off government formation
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Eknath Shinde quits as CM; succession row puts off government formation

The Hindu  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, accompanied by his deputies Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, on Tuesday submitted his resignation to Governor C.P. The identity of Mr. Shinde’s successor is still uncertain, though Shiv Sena leaders said a final decision is expected by Wednesday morning after consultations with the Prime Minister and Home Minister in Delhi. Impasse on CM decision The …

Shiv Sena leader pushes for Eknath Shinde as Chief Minister, cites Bihar's example
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Shiv Sena leader pushes for Eknath Shinde as Chief Minister, cites Bihar's example

India Today  

Shiv Sena spokesperson Naresh Mhaske on Monday cited the Bihar model to assert that Eknath Shinde should continue as the chief minister of Maharashtra, where the ruling Mahayuti has scored a landslide victory in the assembly polls. However, BJP MLC Pravin Darekar batted for Devendra Fadnavis for the CM's post, saying the deputy chief minister is the most capable candidate …

Uddhav Thackeray's Sena reminds Eknath Shinde of his promise to ‘leave politics’
4 weeks ago

Uddhav Thackeray's Sena reminds Eknath Shinde of his promise to ‘leave politics’

Hindustan Times  

The Shiv Sena on Monday reminded Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Shinde of his “promise to leave politics” if any of the rebel MLAs who sided with him during the split of the undivided Shiv Sena in 2022, lost the assembly elections in the state. The party's salvo comes as calls grew from Shinde's Sena for Eknath Shidne to continue as …

Eknath Shinde should continue as CM, says minister Deepak Kesarkar
4 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde should continue as CM, says minister Deepak Kesarkar

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra minister and Shiv Sena leader Deepak Kesarkar has said his party legislators feel Eknath Shinde should continue as the chief minister of the state, where the ruling Mahayuti scored a landslide victory in the assembly polls. After a landslide victory for the Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra, Eknath Shinde is a top contender for the CM post Kesarkar met Shinde …

Shiv Sena MLAs feel Shinde should continue as CM: Minister Deepak Kesarkar
4 weeks ago

Shiv Sena MLAs feel Shinde should continue as CM: Minister Deepak Kesarkar

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: Maharashtra minister and Shiv Sena leader Deepak Kesarkar has said his party legislators feel Eknath Shinde should continue as the chief minister of the state, where the ruling Mahayuti scored a landslide victory in the assembly polls. Kesarkar met Shinde at the latter's residence in Mumbai on Sunday, a day after the Mahayuti coalition, of which Shiv Sena is …

Make Shinde CM again, say Sena MLAs
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Make Shinde CM again, say Sena MLAs

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: On Sunday, Shiv Sena MLAs met at a Bandra hotel, where they demanded that chief minister Eknath Shinde be re-appointed into the position. MLA and Sena spokesperson Sanjay Shirsat said, “We have achieved a great victory; we feel Eknath Shinde should be CM again, but this will be decided later.” Make Shinde CM again, say Sena MLAs Additionally, they …

Shiv Sena MLAs to meet in Mumbai, CM Shinde authorised to take all decisions
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Shiv Sena MLAs to meet in Mumbai, CM Shinde authorised to take all decisions

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: The newly-elected assembly members of the Shiv Sena have authorised Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde to hold talks with the ruling Mahayuti allies for the formation of next government in the state. The Shiv Sena Legislature Party meeting will be held on Sunday evening after all its newly-elected members reach Mumbai. On Saturday evening, CM Shinde held an online …

Eknath Shinde unanimously elected Shiv Sena's legislative party leader
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Eknath Shinde unanimously elected Shiv Sena's legislative party leader

India Today  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was unanimously elected as the leader of the Shiv Sena legislative party on Sunday night. Three more resolutions, including praising Shinde for leading the party to a spectacular victory, thanking Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for their support and the people of Maharashtra for reposing their faith in the Mahayuti …

Mahayuti dominates Mumbai, winning 22 of 36 seats
1 month ago

Mahayuti dominates Mumbai, winning 22 of 36 seats

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: India’s financial capital witnessed a strong wave of support for the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Mahayuti alliance in the Maharashtra assembly elections, with the coalition winning 22 of the 36 seats in the city. Amit Thackeray’s cousin, Aaditya Thackeray of the Shiv Sena, also faced a tough challenge in Worli, but managed to bag 8,801 more votes than the Shiv …

Eknath Shinde camp settles Sena versus Sena debate
1 month ago

Eknath Shinde camp settles Sena versus Sena debate

Hindustan Times  

In a decisive verdict after the bitter split in the Shiv Sena in June 2022, the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena can finally claim the title of the “real” Sena — the party won 57 of the 81 seats it contested in the Maharashtra assembly elections, battering the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena, which managed just 20 of the 95 it contested. …

Shinde The True Sena Heir? What Maharashtra Elections Mean For 2 Shiv Sena Factions
1 month ago

Shinde The True Sena Heir? What Maharashtra Elections Mean For 2 Shiv Sena Factions

ABP News  

Maharashtra Elections 2024: The Maharashtra assembly elections 2024 marked the first state polls since the Shiv Sena split in 2022. As he declared after the results on Saturday, “This is the victory of the ideology of Hindu Hridaysamrat Shiv Sena chief Balasaheb Thackeray and Dharmaveer Anand Dighesaheb…” Shinde & Shiv Sena Split on the possibility of Shinde returning as CM …

Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC trailing from Maharashtra's Mumbadevi against Cong's Amin Patel
1 month ago

Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC trailing from Maharashtra's Mumbadevi against Cong's Amin Patel

Hindustan Times  

Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC contested the Maharashtra Assembly elections from the Mumbadevi constituency but is currently trailing by 10,398 votes. Shiv Sena candidate Shaina NC is contesting the Maharashtra elections from Mumbadevi. Maharashtra elections voter turnout The final turnout in Maharashtra assembly polls was 66.05 per cent as per EVM votes, up from 61.1 per cent in …

Election Results: Will Devendra Fadnavis replace Eknath Shinde as Maharashtra CM after BJP becomes largest party?
1 month ago

Election Results: Will Devendra Fadnavis replace Eknath Shinde as Maharashtra CM after BJP becomes largest party?

Live Mint  

Maharashtra Election Results: With the Bharatiya Janata Party emerging as the largest party with over 120 seats as trends showed around noon, speculations have been growing about who will become the next Chief Minister of Maharashtra. Election Results 2024 Live Updates: Speaking to the media, when asked if Devendra Fadnavis would become the CM, BJP leader Pravin Darekar said, “The …

Maharashtra Election Results: Thackeray’s Shiv Sena refuses to accept trends; Sanjay Raut says ‘kuch toh gadbad hai’
1 month ago

Maharashtra Election Results: Thackeray’s Shiv Sena refuses to accept trends; Sanjay Raut says ‘kuch toh gadbad hai’

Live Mint  

Maharashtra Election: As trends showed the BJP-led Mahayuti leading with over 200 seats in Maharashtra assembly elections, Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena on Saturday refused to accept the result and alleged a conspiracy. Stating that 'kuch toh gadbad hai', Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut questioned on what basis Eknath Shinde was getting 56 seats while Ajit Pawar's camp was getting over …

Celebrations begin outside Eknath Shinde's residence as Mahayuti crosses majority mark | WATCH
1 month ago

Celebrations begin outside Eknath Shinde's residence as Mahayuti crosses majority mark | WATCH

India TV News  

Mumbai: The Shiv Sena workers started celebrations outside Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde's residence on Saturday as Mahayuti is on its way to winning with a thumping majority in Maharashtra. As per the emerging trends, the ruling BJP-led Mahayuti alliance appeared set to retain power in Maharashtra, and was leading in 221 of the 288 assembly seats. Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath …

Maharashtra election highlights: ‘Maha Vikas Aghadi forming next govt,’ says Balasaheb Thorat
1 month ago

Maharashtra election highlights: ‘Maha Vikas Aghadi forming next govt,’ says Balasaheb Thorat

Hindustan Times  

L: Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde with his deputies Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar | R: Former Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray. The ruling Mahayuti alliance of chief minister Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, Bharatiya Janata Party and the Nationalist Congress Party is tied in a contest with the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance, comprising the Congress and the breakaway faction of the Sena …

Maharashtra polls: Uddhav or Shinde, whose Sena will Thane choose?
1 month ago

Maharashtra polls: Uddhav or Shinde, whose Sena will Thane choose?

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: In 1967, a fledgling Shiv Sena began to capture the imagination of the people by championing the cause of the Marathi manoos. Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde and former Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray Thane, which borders Mumbai, was then largely a city of middle-class Maharashtrians and working-class people, mostly employed in factories in the Thane-Belapur belt. Of the four assembly …

Maharashtra polls: Which Shiv Sena will emerge on top in these elections?
1 month ago

Maharashtra polls: Which Shiv Sena will emerge on top in these elections?

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The Maharashtra assembly election will validate the ideological shift of Uddhav Thackeray, who quit the NDA and teamed up with the Congress and the Sharad Pawar-led NCP after the 2019 polls. The Shiv Sena hoardings, which have mushroomed all over the state, show Bal Thackeray sharing space with Shinde’s guru Anand Dighe, a shrewd strategist known for his organisational …

Maharashtra polls: Two Senas clash over election cash dole in Jogeshwari East
1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra polls: Two Senas clash over election cash dole in Jogeshwari East

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Electoral tensions flared in Jogeshwari East as the Shiv Sena and Shiv Sena clashed amidst intensifying assembly election campaigns. Ravindra Waikar's wife, Manisha, is standing as a Shiv Sena candidate from Jogeshwari East. The Shiv Sena has alleged that the Matoshree Club on Jogeshwari Vikhroli Link Road, controlled by MP Ravindra Waikar, was being used to distribute money. Waikar's …

Maharashtra polls: Shiv Sena (UBT) struggles to get a handle on Sambhaji Nagar
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra polls: Shiv Sena (UBT) struggles to get a handle on Sambhaji Nagar

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar: Citizens of Aurangabad had pledged their allegiance to Shiv Sena two decades after it was founded by Bal Thackeray in 1966. Two events have led to this situation – the split in the party two years ago, and Sena ’s recent embarrassment when one it its official candidates from Aurangabad Central, Kishanchand Tanwani, quit the party. …

Maharashtra polls: Nine Worli defectors return to Shiv Sena (UBT); setback to Deora, Shinde
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra polls: Nine Worli defectors return to Shiv Sena (UBT); setback to Deora, Shinde

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: In a significant setback to the Shiv Sena led by Chief Minister and its candidate Milind Deora, nine party office bearers, including three shakha pramukhs and an assembly coordinator, have defected to the Shiv Sena in the presence of party leader and sitting Worli MLA Aaditya Thackeray. Nine party office bearers, including three shakha pramukhs and an assembly coordinator, …

Denied ticket, top leader of Raj Thackeray's party joins Uddhav Sena
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Denied ticket, top leader of Raj Thackeray's party joins Uddhav Sena

India Today  

In a blow to the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena days ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly polls, party youth leader Akhil Chitre joined the Uddhav Thackeray-led faction of the Shiv Sena on Thursday. Chitre was welcomed into the party fold by Worli MLA and Uddhav Thackeray's son, Aditya Thackeray. Meanwhile, Shiv Sena has fielded Varun Sardesai, Aditya Thackeray's cousin, against Zeeshan Siddique. …

Multiple Leaders from BJP Join Shiv Sena in Maharashtra Assembly Elections
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Multiple Leaders from BJP Join Shiv Sena in Maharashtra Assembly Elections

ABP News  

Maharashtra's political landscape is uncertain ahead of the 2024 Assembly elections. Several leaders from Congress and NCP have switched parties overnight, while parties are providing tickets to disgruntled leaders of other outfits. The Maha Vikas Aghadi, comprising Congress, Shiv Sena-UBT, and NCP-SP, is contesting against the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance, which includes BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP. Some candidates have been …

Rebel Candidates Loom Over in Maharashtra Assembly Elections, Complicating the Political Landscape
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rebel Candidates Loom Over in Maharashtra Assembly Elections, Complicating the Political Landscape

New Indian Express  

Maharashtra's political landscape is set to undergo significant changes with both the Mahayuti and the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliances grappling with rebel candidates in nearly 40 seats. The rebel candidates pose a major challenge to the bipolar contests that have dominated the state in recent elections. Both alliances must work together to placate the rebels and ensure a clear …

Shaina NC to Contest on Shiv Sena Ticket in Maharashtra Assembly Election
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shaina NC to Contest on Shiv Sena Ticket in Maharashtra Assembly Election

ABP News  

The Shiv Sena has released its third list of 15 candidates for the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections on Monday. Among the notable names is BJP leader Shaina NC, who is set to contest on a Shiv Sena ticket from the Mumbadevi Assembly constituency. The party has also nominated several other candidates, including Milind Deora, Rajendra Vithal Raut, and Sanjay Nirupam.

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