War of words over BJP, NCP opposing Shinde for CM
7 months ago

War of words over BJP, NCP opposing Shinde for CM

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut on Sunday said that leaders from both BJP and NCP had conveyed the message that they would not accept Eknath Shinde in 2019. BJP leaders including then CM Devendra Fadnavis and Girish Mahajan told us that the BJP leadership would take a decision on equal sharing of CM’s post. He further said that when Shiv Sena broke the alliance with BJP and was discussing formation of government with NCP, leaders like Ajit Pawar, Sunil Tatkare and Dilip Walse-Patil were the first who had opposed Shinde’s name for the post of chief minister. There was no discussion about CM’s post between BJP and Shiv Sena as our party leaders made it clear that Devendra Fadnavis would continue as CM,” said Keshav Upadhye, chief spokesperson of Maharashtra BJP.

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Deputy CM Shinde to meet Modi with family
12 hours, 17 minutes ago

Deputy CM Shinde to meet Modi with family

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Deputy CM Eknath Shinde is likely to meet PM Narendra Modi on December 26 and it is said to be a goodwill visit. Deputy CM Shinde to meet Modi with family Shinde’s son and Kalyan MP Shrikant Shinde confirmed the meeting with PM. Shiv Sena UBT leader and spokesperson Sanjay Raut said, “Shinde may claim to be a chief …

Eknath Shinde eyes at home department in Maharashtra, says Shiv Sena; ‘When Fadnavis was deputy CM he also…’
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Eknath Shinde eyes at home department in Maharashtra, says Shiv Sena; ‘When Fadnavis was deputy CM he also…’

Live Mint  

aDays after BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis took oath as Maharashtra Chief Minister, Shiv Sena on Friday expressed its will to take the the crucial home portfolio in the state government. Shiv Sena leader Bharat Gogawale told PTI that when Fadnavis was deputy CM he held the home department. We hope the talks on portfolios will be over in the next …

Was Eknath Shinde unwilling to give CM post to Devendra Fadnavis? Shiv Sena leader’s BIG reveal
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Was Eknath Shinde unwilling to give CM post to Devendra Fadnavis? Shiv Sena leader’s BIG reveal

Live Mint  

Two days after Eknath Shinde took oath as deputy chief minister to Devendra Fadnavis, Shiv Sena leader Uday Samant has dropped a big revelation that the former Maharashtra chief minister was reluctant to cede the top post to the Bharatiya Janata Party after the party's landslide in the Assembly elections. Uday Samant said Eknath Shinde was not happy with the …

Was Eknath Shinde upset? What Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said about his two deputies
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Was Eknath Shinde upset? What Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said about his two deputies

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis said his deputy Eknath Shinde was not upset and rejected allegations that the government's formation was inordinately delayed. Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the newly sworn Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, left, and deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde during the swearing-in ceremony, in Mumbai, Thursday. On Friday, Shiv Sena leader Uday Samant said Eknath Shinde …

Eknath Shinde as Dy CM: Shiv Sena's Woes Aren't Over, It Faces 3 Big Questions
2 weeks, 4 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 …

BJP had planned to go ahead with government swearing-in without Shinde if he remained stubborn: Sanjay Raut
2 weeks, 5 days ago

BJP had planned to go ahead with government swearing-in without Shinde if he remained stubborn: Sanjay Raut

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Friday claimed that Eknath Shinde had to take oath as Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister because the BJP's top brass planned to go ahead with the new government's swearing-in if he continued being "stubborn". BJP had planned to go ahead with the swearing-in ceremony without Eknath Shinde. BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis was sworn in …

MVA ‘boycotts’ Fadnavis' swearing-in, Sanjay Raut slams Eknath Shinde
2 weeks, 5 days ago

MVA ‘boycotts’ Fadnavis' swearing-in, Sanjay Raut slams Eknath Shinde

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Behind the glitter of the swearing-in ceremony of chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and his two deputies on Thursday, bitterness simmered in the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi coalition. Prominent opposition leaders stayed away from the grand event, including former chief ministers such as NCP chief Sharad Pawar, Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan and Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray. Mumbai, Dec 05 …

BJP used, tossed Shinde, will never become CM again: Sanjay Raut
2 weeks, 5 days ago

BJP used, tossed Shinde, will never become CM again: Sanjay Raut

The Hindu  

With the BJP’s Devendra Fadnavis being sworn in as Maharashtra Chief Minister once again, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Thursday declared that the “Shinde era is over” as the BJP has “tossed him aside”, in a jibe against the outgoing CM and his one-time party colleague. “The fact is that Eknath Shinde’s two years of Chief Ministerial era is …

Eknath Shinde invokes Balasaheb Thackeray and Anand Dighe, lauds PM Modi and Amit Shah in oath as Deputy CM
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Eknath Shinde invokes Balasaheb Thackeray and Anand Dighe, lauds PM Modi and Amit Shah in oath as Deputy CM

Live Mint  

Maharashtra: Shiv Sena Chief Eknath Shinde on Thursday took oath as Deputy Chief Minister in the BJP-led Mahayuti government and invoked late Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray. Shinde started his oath by bowing to Balasaheb Thackeray, remembering mentor late Anand Dighe and taking blessings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Minister Amit Shah and 13 crore people of Maharshtra. Shinde …

Shiv Sena leader’s big statement: ‘If Eknath Shinde doesn’t accept Maharashtra Deputy CM post, no party MLA will…’
2 weeks, 5 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 …

Cloud Over Eknath Shinde's Oath? Shiv Sena Leader's Comments Sparks Speculation
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Cloud Over Eknath Shinde's Oath? Shiv Sena Leader's Comments Sparks Speculation

ABP News  

With barely a few hours left for the Maharashtra Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Ministers' oath-taking ceremony, Shiv Sena leader Uday Samant's comments have sparked speculations of a possible shocker in Maharashtra politics. Sena leader Sanjay Shirsathas indicated that party chief and incumbent caretaker CM Eknath Shinde is still not convinced about taking the Deputy Chief Minister's post in the …

Shiv Sena MLAs, leaders convince Eknath Shinde to take up Maharashtra deputy CM post
2 weeks, 6 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 Teases Ajit Pawar At Mahayuti Presser: 'Dada Experienced In Taking Both Morning, Evening Oaths'
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Eknath Shinde Teases Ajit Pawar At Mahayuti Presser: 'Dada Experienced In Taking Both Morning, Evening Oaths'

ABP News  

Days after the Mahayuti win in Maharashtra, the path to the government formation became clearer on Wednesday, with a BJP Chief Minister leading the NDA alliance with the support of two deputies, each from the constituting alliance partners. In a press conference on Wednesday, Fadnavis said that Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde and NCP leader Ajit Pawar had handed the …

'CM, Deputy CM Just Technical Posts, Mahayuti Leaders To Work Together': Fadnavis After Staking Claim To Form Govt
2 weeks, 6 days ago

'CM, Deputy CM Just Technical Posts, Mahayuti Leaders To Work Together': Fadnavis After Staking Claim To Form Govt

ABP News  

Maharashtra CM-designate Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday staked the claim for government formation in Maharashtra. After handing the letter of support to the Maharashtra Governor, Mahayuti leaders, including Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar addressed a press conference on the government formation. Fadnavis said that the posts of the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Ministers in the state are just technical …

Eknath Shinde's contribution should be duly recognised: Shiv Sena's Kesarkar amid Maha CM suspense
3 weeks, 1 day 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 …

Cracks in NCP (SP)? Three leaders meet Ajit Pawar, Devendra Fadnavis
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Cracks in NCP (SP)? Three leaders meet Ajit Pawar, Devendra Fadnavis

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: After managing to win just 10 of the 87 seats it contested in the Maharashtra assembly elections, the Nationalist Congress Party could face further setbacks in the form of defections. On Monday, two former NCP MLAs, Rahul Jagtap and Mansing Naik, met Ajit Pawar, who heads the NCP faction that’s part of the ruling Mahayuti government, leading to speculation …

CM nomination process on Dec 3; BJP reaches out to sulking Shinde
3 weeks, 1 day ago

CM nomination process on Dec 3; BJP reaches out to sulking Shinde

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Almost ten days after it got the highest number of seats in the assembly election, the Bharatiya Janata Party has announced that its chief ministerial candidate will be elected by its 132 MLAs on Wednesday. After this, the BJP’s chief ministerial nominee, along with Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde and NCP chief Ajit Pawar, will proceed to Raj Bhavan …

‘We’ll continue to see tantrums…’: Priyanka Chaturvedi’s dig at Mahayuti amid ’Mahayudh’ over CM face
3 weeks, 2 days ago

‘We’ll continue to see tantrums…’: Priyanka Chaturvedi’s dig at Mahayuti amid ’Mahayudh’ over CM face

Live Mint  

Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi took a dig at the ruling Mahayuti alliance over the delay in announcing the Chief Minister designate as the coalition is set to form government for another term following its victory in the recent assembly elections in Maharashtra. We want them to announce the CM's name soon.” On Wednesday, caretaker CM Eknath Shinde said he …

Eknath Shinde says Maharashtra CM pick to be decided tomorrow
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Eknath Shinde says Maharashtra CM pick to be decided tomorrow

Hindustan Times  

Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde on Sunday said the Maharashtra chief ministerial candidate will be decided tomorrow and reaffirmed his ‘unconditional support’ to the BJP's top leadership. The caretaker chief minister also clarified that he went to his native village in Satara to rest after a hectic election schedule and said he is ‘doing good now.’ The Shiv Sena leader …

Maharashtra Chief Minister Oath-Taking Ceremony Set for December 5
3 weeks, 3 days 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 …

BJP says CM finalised; Eknath Shinde sees writing on wall, returns to Mumbai
3 weeks, 3 days ago

BJP says CM finalised; Eknath Shinde sees writing on wall, returns to Mumbai

India Today  

The formation of the new Maharashtra government remains in limbo as allies within the Mahayuti alliance are engaged in a power tussle in their quest for key portfolios. He was quoted as saying by news agency ANI that all the allies of the Mahayuti alliance, including the Shiv Sena, have a good understanding and the Chief Minister candidate would be …

'I always come to my village; no confusion over visit,' says Shinde, backs BJP’s CM choice amid formation talks
3 weeks, 3 days ago

'I always come to my village; no confusion over visit,' says Shinde, backs BJP’s CM choice amid formation talks

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: Maharashtra's outgoing Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday said the BJP will decide on the new CM and assured his full support while ruling out differences among Mahayuti allies over the government formation. Amid speculations that Shinde's son Shrikant Shinde might get the deputy CM's post and Shiv Sena is keen on the Home portfolio, Shinde said the Mahayuti …

Maharashtra New CM News: What Would Be Eknath Shinde's Strategic Move? | ABP News
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Maharashtra New CM News: What Would Be Eknath Shinde's Strategic Move? | ABP News

ABP News  

Despite the landslide victory of the Mahayuti in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, the NDA has yet to announce the name of the next Chief Minister of the state. However, the acting Chief Minister, Eknath Shinde, unexpectedly traveled to his home district of Satara, which raised suspicions and triggered claims of discontent within the alliance. Opposition leaders are alleging that Shinde’s …

Top News of the Day | Sambhal Violence | CM Yogi | Maharashtra CM Face | ABP News
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Top News of the Day | Sambhal Violence | CM Yogi | Maharashtra CM Face | ABP News

ABP News  

Despite a landslide victory for the Maha-Yuti alliance in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, the NDA has yet to announce the name of the next Chief Minister of the state. On Friday, November 29, a crucial meeting of the Maha-Yuti was scheduled to take place, but in a surprising turn of events, the incumbent Chief Minister, Eknath Shinde, left for his …

Maharashtra CM news highlights: Eknath Shinde to return from Satara tomorrow, says Sena leader
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Maharashtra CM news highlights: Eknath Shinde to return from Satara tomorrow, says Sena leader

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra CM live updates: Union Minister and senior BJP leader Amit Shah, Maharashtra BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis, Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde exchange greetings during a meeting at Nadda's residence in New Delhi, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024. Maharashtra CM live updates: Maharashtra’s outgoing chief minister Eknath Shinde, along with deputies Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, met Union home minister Amit …

Eknath Shinde's son lauds father's ‘alliance dharma’ amid Maharashtra CM suspense
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Eknath Shinde's son lauds father's ‘alliance dharma’ amid Maharashtra CM suspense

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra caretaker CM Eknath Shinde's son Shrikant said he is proud of his father for setting an example of following the "alliance dharma" by setting aside personal ambition. The remarks come after the Shiv Sena supremo agreed to step aside from the state's top post if Prime Minister Narendra Modi and NDA leader Bharatiya Janata Party decides so. Shrikanth Shinde's …

Amid Maharashtra CM suspense, Sena-UBT's ‘Eknath Shinde under pressure’ claim
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Amid Maharashtra CM suspense, Sena-UBT's ‘Eknath Shinde under pressure’ claim

Hindustan Times  

Hours after Maharashtra's caretaker chief minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday said he would accept whatever the Bharatiya Janata Party leadership decides on the next CM of the state, Shiv Sena leader Ambadas Danve said the BJP does not function under pressure from its ally and takes decisions independently. Sushma Andhare, another Shiv Sena leader, claimed Eknath Shinde was under “intense …

I will accept PM Modi’s decision on CM candidate: Shinde
3 weeks, 6 days ago

I will accept PM Modi’s decision on CM candidate: Shinde

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: “I called Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union home minister Amit Shah to tell them that any decision taken by them and the Bharatiya Janata Party would be acceptable to me,” said caretaker chief minister and chief of Shiv Sena, at a press meet at his residence in Thane, on Wednesday, ending the post-poll incertitude on who will be …

Maharashtra CM suspense: BJP ‘thanks’ Eknath Shinde, Congress claims leader 'being pressured'
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Maharashtra CM suspense: BJP ‘thanks’ Eknath Shinde, Congress claims leader 'being pressured'

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra Congress president Nana Patole on Wednesday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party's central leadership of pressuring Eknath Shinde to give up his claim on the post of the state's chief minister. He was reacting to the Shiv Sena leader's announcement that he would back any leader chosen by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the next chief minister of the state. …

‘Proud of Eknath Shinde’: BJP lauds Shiv Sena chief for leaving CM decision to party leadership
3 weeks, 6 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, 6 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 …

Not upset, we don't cry: Eknath Shinde while making big remark on Maharashtra CM
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Not upset, we don't cry: Eknath Shinde while making big remark on Maharashtra CM

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde has made it clear that he isn't upset if he doesn't return to the top post. Radhakrishnan being greeted by Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde as BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis and NCP leader Ajit Pawar look on, in Mumbai, Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024. Shinde on Tuesday submitted his resignation as Maharashtra chief minister to the governor, …

Eknath Shinde says he will accept Maharashtra CM candidate picked by Modi, Shah
3 weeks, 6 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, 6 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
4 weeks 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 …

Eknath Shinde Won't Be Part Of Govt If Devendra Fadnavis Made Maharashtra CM Sources
4 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde Won't Be Part Of Govt If Devendra Fadnavis Made Maharashtra CM Sources

ABP News  

Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde might not be part of the Mahayuti government in Maharashtra if BJP's Devendra Fanavis is made the Chief Minister, sources told ABP News. Shinde resigned as Maharashtra chief minister on Tuesday as the outgoing assembly's term ended. The BJP alone secured 132 seats, making Fadnavis the favourite for the CM’s post, followed by Shinde's faction …

Eknath Shinde faction MPs meet Home Minister Amit Shah as Mahayuti set to decide next Maharashtra CM name
4 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde faction MPs meet Home Minister Amit Shah as Mahayuti set to decide next Maharashtra CM name

India TV News  

The Member of Parliament of Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Parliament on Wednesday. Eknath Shinde supports BJP candidate for CM The meeting took place in parralel with Shinde's press conference regarding the name of next Maharashtra Chief Minsiter. Devendra Fadnavis set to becomes CM It is pertinent to mention that Fadnavis is almost certain …

Eknath Shinde hasn't said that he won't accept Maharashtra Deputy CM post: Shiv Sena
4 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde hasn't said that he won't accept Maharashtra Deputy CM post: Shiv Sena

India TV News  

Hours after Eknath Shinde hinted his withdrawal from the Chief Minister's race in Maharashtra, Shiv Sena on Wednesday said that the caretaker CM has not said that he wont accept Deputy Chief Minister's post. Shiv Sena leader Deepak Kesarkar said, "He hasn't said anything that he won't accept the deputy CM post. Earlier in the day, Maharashtra caretaker Chief Minister …

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

Eknath Shinde says PM will have last word. Decks cleared for Devendra Fadnavis?
4 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde says PM will have last word. Decks cleared for Devendra Fadnavis?

India Today  

Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde on Wednesday said that he has left the decision to decide the next Maharashtra Chief Minister to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP leadership. After Shinde's indication to accept the BJP high command's decision about the Maharashtra government, sources told India Today TV that the chances of Devendra Fadnavis to become the new Chief …

Eknath Shinde won't accept Deputy Chief Minster's post: Sena's message to BJP
4 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde won't accept Deputy Chief Minster's post: Sena's message to BJP

India Today  

Amid the continuing suspense over a new Maharashtra Chief Minister, the Shiv Sena on Wednesday said that Eknath Shinde will never accept the post of Deputy Chief Minister. He will not accept the position of the Deputy Chief Minister," Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat told India Today TV. On Union Minister Ram Athawale's suggestion that Shinde could shift to the …

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

Eknath Shinde withdraws from Maharashtra CM's race, clears way for BJP's Devendra Fadnavis
4 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde withdraws from Maharashtra CM's race, clears way for BJP's Devendra Fadnavis

India TV News  

Eknath Shinde, Shiv Sena leader and acting Maharashtra Chief Minister, on Wednesday withdrew from the Maharashtra CM's race after four days of suspense. Shinde said that he will agree to whatever Prime Minister Narendra Modi will decide for him and announced Shiv Sena's full support for any BJP candidate for the Chief Minister's position. After leading the BJP-led coalition to …

Shinde resigns from CM’s post; BJP looks at Fadnavis to take over
4 weeks ago

Shinde resigns from CM’s post; BJP looks at Fadnavis to take over

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: While chief minister Eknath Shinde resigned from his post hours before the government’s five-year term ended, the Bharatiya Janata Party, which leads the Mahayuti alliance in the state, has decided to claim the post and is expected to begin the process of picking the leader of the legislative party by Wednesday. “It was clear that Fadnavis would be the …

Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar disparaged by Sanjay Raut, says alliance with BJP makes them ‘sub-companies of BJP’
4 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar disparaged by Sanjay Raut, says alliance with BJP makes them ‘sub-companies of BJP’

The Hindu  

Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut criticised and mocked Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, and Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party on Tuesday, saying being in alliance with Bharatiya Janata Party, they cannot decide on the candidate for Maharashtra Chief Minister and have instead become “sub-companies of BJP.” “The CM will be decided by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and PM Narendra Modi. …

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

Why NCP’s Ajit Pawar would prefer Devendra Fadnavis as Maharashtra CM
4 weeks ago

Why NCP’s Ajit Pawar would prefer Devendra Fadnavis as Maharashtra CM

Firstpost  

Three days to the results, the Mahayuti is yet to declare its chief ministerial face for Maharashtra. While the BJP leaders are backing Devendra Fadnavis, Shiv Sena is pushing for Eknath Shinde’s name. Here’s why Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde has resigned as Maharashtra chief minister, paving the way for the formation of the new Mahayuti government. While the BJP …

Maharashtra CM dilemma: Eknath Shinde urges supporters to stay away from ‘Varsha’ as suspense continues
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Maharashtra CM dilemma: Eknath Shinde urges supporters to stay away from ‘Varsha’ as suspense continues

Live Mint  

Maharashtra CM dilemma: Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has asked supporters not to throng his official residence ‘Varsha’ in south Mumbai to pitch for his continuation on the top post. This when there has been delay in the annoucement of next chief minister of Maharashtra days after the Mahayuti's historic victory in the assembly elections. Yet, he result declared on …

Shiv Sena leader pushes for Eknath Shinde as Chief Minister, cites Bihar's example
4 weeks, 1 day 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 …

Shiv Sena MP calls for Bihar pattern in Maharashtra, pushing Eknath Shinde for CM amid support for Devendra Fadnavis
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Shiv Sena MP calls for Bihar pattern in Maharashtra, pushing Eknath Shinde for CM amid support for Devendra Fadnavis

The Hindu  

Bihar pattern should be implemented in Maharashtra whereby the Chief Minister’s position should be given to a smaller regional party though the BJP has the largest seat share, Shiv Sena MP Naresh Mhaske said in Mumbai on Monday. On a day when a delegation of Sena leaders paid a courtesy visit to BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis, pressure mounted on the …

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