Maharashtra Cabinet Accepts Senior Advocate Ashutosh Arvind Kumbhakoni's Resignation As Advocate General
2 years ago

Maharashtra Cabinet Accepts Senior Advocate Ashutosh Arvind Kumbhakoni's Resignation As Advocate General

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Senior Advocate Ashutosh Arvind Kumbhakoni's resignation as Advocate General has been accepted by the new Chief Minister - Eknath Shinde led cabinet paving the way for a new AG to be appointed. The Maharashtra cabinet had earlier deferred consideration of the AG's resignation till December 31, 2022 and requested him to continue to hold office till then. The former AG had put in his resignation papers on June 30, 2022 a day after the previous state government led by Shiv Sena's Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray had to resign. Kumbhakoni was first appointed on June 7, 2017, via a notification during the BJP – Shiv Sena alliance headed by then CM Devendra Fadnavis.

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Maharashtra Cabinet portfolio distribution in next 24 hours | Here's who may get what
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Maharashtra Cabinet portfolio distribution in next 24 hours | Here's who may get what

India TV News  

The portfolio allocation in the Mahayuti government in Maharashtra is likely to be finalised in the next 24 hours, said the sources. While the BJP secured 19 ministerial berths, Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena and Ajit Pawar's Nationalist Congress Party got 11 and 9 berths, respectively. Shiv Sena may get THESE ministries Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena may …

Maharashtra Cabinet: Discontent brews in Mahayuti as 11 ministers out, Bhujbal says ‘prize’ for OBC stand
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Maharashtra Cabinet: Discontent brews in Mahayuti as 11 ministers out, Bhujbal says ‘prize’ for OBC stand

Live Mint  

Maharashtra Cabinet: The expansion of cabinet in Devendra Fadnavis-led Maharashtra government has triggered resentment among former ministers and some lawmakers from all the three Mahayuti allies – the Bharatijya Janata Party, the Shiv Sena and the Nationalist Congress Party. Among the disgruntled leaders, is senior NCP leader, Chhagan Bhujbal, who on Monday said that the denial of cabinet berth could …

Shiv Sena MLA Narendra Bhondekar denied ministerial berth, resigns from party post
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Shiv Sena MLA Narendra Bhondekar denied ministerial berth, resigns from party post

Live Mint  

Maharashtra Politics: Narendra Bhondekar, an MLA from Eknath Shinde's faction of the Shiv Sena, has resigned from his position as deputy leader of the party after being overlooked for a cabinet berth, NDTV reports. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis completed his cabinet expansion exercise as 39 MLAs took oath in Nagpur more than three weeks after the assembly election results …

Sena ministers will get rotational terms: Shinde
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Sena ministers will get rotational terms: Shinde

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra’s ruling coalition expanded its cabinet on Sunday with 39 new ministers, but suspense continued over the all-important portfolio allocation with chief minister Devendra Fadnavis saying allocations will be made over the next two-to-three days, while his ally and Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde announced 2-5-year term limits for ministers from his party. Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis with deputy …

Maharashtra Cabinet Expansion: Pankaja Munde Among 19 BJP Leaders Take Oath, 11 From Sena & 9 From NCP
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Maharashtra Cabinet Expansion: Pankaja Munde Among 19 BJP Leaders Take Oath, 11 From Sena & 9 From NCP

ABP News  

Maharashtra Cabinet Expansion: The oath-taking for the new ministers in the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Maharashtra government was held on Sunday, December 15, in Nagpur, ending the hectic parleys over the Chief Minister chair and ministry allocation. BJP's state unit chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule and BJP leaders Radhakrishna Vikhepatil, Chandrakant Patil, Nitesh Rane, and Pankaja Munde have taken oath as Cabinet Ministers …

Maharashtra Cabinet expansion: 39 MLA’s take oath as ministers
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Maharashtra Cabinet expansion: 39 MLA’s take oath as ministers

The Hindu  

After days of friction and wrangling, the Devendra Fadnavis-led Maharashtra government on Sunday appointed 39 new Ministers, taking the Cabinet strength to 42. Prominent appointments include BJP State president Chandrashekhar Bawankule, Mumbai BJP chief Ashish Shelar, and party leaders Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil and Girish Mahajan; Shiv Sena leaders Gulabrao Patil, Pratap Sarnaik, Dada Bhuse, and Sanjay Rathod; and Nationalist Congress …

Mahayuti cabinet to be sworn-in at 4 pm: Who's in and who's out?
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Mahayuti cabinet to be sworn-in at 4 pm: Who's in and who's out?

India Today  

Following a resounding victory in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, the swearing-in ceremony of the Mahayuti cabinet is scheduled for 4 pm today in Nagpur. Several Shiv Sena and NCP MLAs are set to be inducted into the council of ministers, reflecting the alliance's push to finalize its governance team. In addition, several new faces from the Deputy Chief Minister Eknath …

Ahead of Winter Session, Maharashtra prepares for cabinet expansion
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Ahead of Winter Session, Maharashtra prepares for cabinet expansion

The Hindu  

The cabinet expansion of the Devendra Fadnavis-led Maharashtra government is likely to take place on December 15, with new Ministers from the Bharatiya Janata Party, the Shiv Sena, and the Nationalist Congress Party set to take the oath of office at a ceremony in Nagpur, official sources said. Mr. Shinde, initially reluctant to take up the Deputy Chief Minister’s post …

Fadnavis to drop 30% ministers from Shinde cabinet
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Fadnavis to drop 30% ministers from Shinde cabinet

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Even almost a week after the formation of the BJP-led government in Maharashtra, cabinet expansion has not taken place. Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and his deputy Ajit Pawar have gone to New Delhi to meet the BJP’s top leadership to finalise the names of cabinet ministers. Maharashtra BJP chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Tuesday met Eknath Shinde at latter’s …

Young faces, Mumbai MLAs set to feature in new Maha cabinet
1 month ago

Young faces, Mumbai MLAs set to feature in new Maha cabinet

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Twenty-four hours after Devendra Fadnavis was sworn in as Maharashtra chief minister along with deputies Ajit Pawar of the Nationalist Congress Party and Eknath Shinde of the Shiv Sena, hectic deliberations were underway in Mumbai to finalise his Cabinet. From the BJP, Chandrakant Patil and Vijaykumar Gavit are likely to make way for younger colleagues like the party’s Mumbai …

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

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

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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 …

Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as new Maharashtra CM, Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar Deputy CMs
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1 month ago

Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as new Maharashtra CM, Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar Deputy CMs

Op India  

Shiv Sena Chief Eknath Shinde and Nationalist Congress Party Chief Ajit Pawar took oath as Deputy Chief Ministers of Maharashtra on Thursday. Bharatiya Janata Party leader Devendra Fadnavis has been sworn in as the Chief Minister of the new Mahayuti government. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, Goa Chief …

Devendra Fadnavis Returns As Maharashtra Chief Minister Five-Year Wait Ends Two Deputy CMs Eknath Shinde Ajit Pawar
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1 month ago

Devendra Fadnavis Returns As Maharashtra Chief Minister Five-Year Wait Ends Two Deputy CMs Eknath Shinde Ajit Pawar

ABP News  

After much speculation and deliberations, Maharashtra finally got a new Chief Minister on Thursday, November 5, when Devendra Fadnavis took oath for the top government post. Once the Mahayuti "deal" was seemingly sealed, Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde, and Ajit Pawar confirmed that they would take oath for the Maharashtra government and the ministries would be decided later. Earlier in the …

Eknath Shinde to take oath as Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister
1 month ago

Eknath Shinde to take oath as Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Shiv Sena president Eknath Shinde would be taking oath as deputy chief minister of Maharashtra at the swearing-in ceremony here on Thursday evening, his party colleague Uday Samant announced. BJP legislature party leader Devendra Fadnavis would take oath as chief minister, while Shinde and NCP chief Ajit Pawar would be sworn in as his deputies at the ceremony to …

Sena leader confirms Eknath Shinde to take oath as Deputy CM today
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1 month ago

Sena leader confirms Eknath Shinde to take oath as Deputy CM today

The Hindu  

Shiv Sena president Eknath Shinde would be taking oath as Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra at the swearing-in ceremony in Mumbai on Thursday evening, his party colleague Uday Samant announced. BJP Legislature Party Leader Devendra Fadnavis would take oath as Chief Minister, while Mr. Shinde and NCP chief Ajit Pawar would be sworn in as his deputies at the ceremony …

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

Fadnavis swearing-in: Who will get what portfolios in new Maharashtra government?
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1 month ago

Fadnavis swearing-in: Who will get what portfolios in new Maharashtra government?

Firstpost  

Devendra Fadnavis is set to return as Maharashtra CM. Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde with BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis, Maharashtra party President Chandrashekhar Bawankule, NCP chief Ajit Pawar and party leader Praful Patel during a press conference, at Governor house in Mumbai, December 4, 2024. Eknath Shinde may take oath Shiv Sena’s Eknath Shinde has reportedly agreed to take oath …

Maharashtra: How did BJP, aides convince Eknath Shinde to become Deputy CM under Fadnavis?
1 month ago

Maharashtra: How did BJP, aides convince Eknath Shinde to become Deputy CM under Fadnavis?

India TV News  

Maharashtra government formation: Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde is set to take the oath as Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister under the Devendra Fadnavis-led government. Eknath Shinde's decision to accept the position of Deputy Chief Minister was reportedly the result of a collective persuasion effort by prominent Shiv Sena MLAs and leaders. According to Uday Samant, the sequence unfolded as follows: …

Fadnavis invites Shinde to join cabinet after staking claim
1 month ago

Fadnavis invites Shinde to join cabinet after staking claim

Deccan Chronicle  

Fadnavis, who is set to take oath as the Chief Minister, emphasised the need for collaborative governance. The BJP, along with the Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction, had earlier demonstrated its majority in the Assembly by securing the support of independent and smaller parties. Eknath Shinde, whose rebellion last year caused a split in the Shiv Sena and brought down the …

Mahayuti stakes claim to form govt in Maharashtra, Fadnavis to take oath as CM tomorrow
1 month ago

Mahayuti stakes claim to form govt in Maharashtra, Fadnavis to take oath as CM tomorrow

Firstpost  

BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis said that Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde and NCP leader Ajit Pawar proposed his name for the next Chief Minister of Maharashtra The Mahayuti alliance on Wednesday staked claim to form the government in Maharashtra. The Bharatiya Janata Party, Shiv Sena, and Nationalist Congress Party’s Ajit Pawar factions are part of the Mahayuti alliance. In a …

Devendra Fadnavis invites Eknath Shinde to join Maharashtra cabinet
1 month ago

Devendra Fadnavis invites Eknath Shinde to join Maharashtra cabinet

Hindustan Times  

BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis said on Wednesday that he will take oath as the Maharashtra chief minister at 5.30 pm tomorrow at Mumbai's Azad Maidan. Maharashtra caretaker chief minister Eknath Shinde with Devendra Fadnavis during a press conference in Mumbai. Meanwhile, union minister Vijay Rupani today said two deputy chief ministers will take oath along with the Maharashtra chief minister, …

Breaking News: Devendra Fadnavis to Become Maharashtra's New CM, Ajit Pawar Named Deputy CM
1 month ago

Breaking News: Devendra Fadnavis to Become Maharashtra's New CM, Ajit Pawar Named Deputy CM

ABP News  

BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis will be the next Chief Minister of Maharashtra, with his appointment officially confirmed. Meanwhile, an agreement has been reached to make Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar the Deputy Chief Ministers of Maharashtra. Under Fadnavis's leadership, the BJP performed exceptionally well in the Maharashtra assembly elections. The BJP emerged as the largest party, winning 132 seats, with …

Devendra Fadnavis oath today. Will Eknath Shinde join government?
1 month ago

Devendra Fadnavis oath today. Will Eknath Shinde join government?

India Today  

After being nominated as Mahayuti's Chief Minister pick, Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday said that he will be sworn in at 5.30 pm today at Mumbai's Azad Maidan. BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis will take charge as Maharashtra Chief Minister for a third term after a consensus was reached at a crucial BJP meeting on Wednesday, ending days of suspense after the …

Fadnavis, Eknath Meet As Maharashtra CM Race Endgame Nears, Mahayuti To Stake Claim For Govt Formation Tomorrow
1 month ago

Fadnavis, Eknath Meet As Maharashtra CM Race Endgame Nears, Mahayuti To Stake Claim For Govt Formation Tomorrow

ABP News  

Maharashtra Govt Formation: Amid ongoing deliberations over the Maharashtra Chief Minister's post, BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis met caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde at the Varsha bungalow on Tuesday. Maharashtra Govt Formation: Ajit Pawar's NCP Demands Equal Representation Amidst the power-sharing negotiations, NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal demanded parity with Shinde’s Shiv Sena in terms of ministerial portfolios, citing the NCP's superior …

Eknath Shinde accepts Maharashtra deputy CM role – Report says Mahayuti deadlock resolved after Fadnavis…
1 month ago

Eknath Shinde accepts Maharashtra deputy CM role – Report says Mahayuti deadlock resolved after Fadnavis…

Live Mint  

Maharashtra CM swearing-in ceremony: Eknath Shinde, Maharashtra's caretaker Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief, has reportedly agreed to become the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra in a BJP-led Mahayuti government. The development comes as BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis, who is the top choice for the CM post, met Shinde at his official residence, Varsha, in south Mumbai after the Sena …

Maharashtra: Devendra Fadnavis visits caretaker CM Eknath Shinde ahead of BJP’s key meeting amid next CM suspense
1 month ago

Maharashtra: Devendra Fadnavis visits caretaker CM Eknath Shinde ahead of BJP’s key meeting amid next CM suspense

Live Mint  

As suspense continues over who will become the next Maharashtra chief minister, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Devendra Fadnavis visited caretaker CM Eknath Shinde at his official residence, Varsha, in south Mumbai on Tuesday evening. Shinde, the Shiv Sena chief and a key constituent of the BJP-led Mahayuti, who has been unwell for the last few days amid reports of him …

Maharashtra CM race: Why BJP backs Devendra Fadnavis as front-runner while keeping Eknath Shinde onboard
1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra CM race: Why BJP backs Devendra Fadnavis as front-runner while keeping Eknath Shinde onboard

Live Mint  

Ten days after the Bharatiya Janata Party -led Mahayuti swept the assembly polls, discussions are underway between the ruling alliance partners on who will be the next chief minister of Maharashtra. Amid the delay in government formation, Shiv Sena leader Deepak Kesarkar tried to dispel rumours of a deadlock over the next chief minister being attributed to caretaker Chief Minister …

Maharashtra CM Live Updates: Mahayuti set to name chief minister tomorrow
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1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra CM Live Updates: Mahayuti set to name chief minister tomorrow

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Deputy CMs Ajit Pawar and Devendra Fadnavis during a press conference as the Mahayuti is set to form the government in the state, at Varsha Bungalow in Mumbai Maharashtra CM Live Updates: Suspense over who will be Maharashtra's next chief minister is set to end on Wednesday, days after the ruling Mahayuti alliance registering …

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

Suspense to end! Maharashtra CM’s name to be declared on December 4, a day before oath-taking ceremony
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1 month, 1 week ago

Suspense to end! Maharashtra CM’s name to be declared on December 4, a day before oath-taking ceremony

Live Mint  

Maharashtra government formation: The suspense over who will become Maharashtra's next chief minister will end in the next 48 hours as the Bharatiya Janata Party is all set to elect its legislature party leader. Shinde Claims 'All Is Well', Reiterates Support To BJP Leadership The caretaker chief minister Eknath Shinde has already made it clear that he will not come …

Maharashtra Govt Formation: BJP's Legislature Party Meeting On Dec 4, All MLAs Asked To Be In Mumbai
1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra Govt Formation: BJP's Legislature Party Meeting On Dec 4, All MLAs Asked To Be In Mumbai

ABP News  

Maharashtra New CM: The meeting of the Maharashtra BJP Legislature Party to elect their leader will be held on December 4, according to sources. Earlier, a senior BJP leader said the name of Devendra Fadnavis has been finalised as the new chief minister of Maharashtra who will be elected as the legislature party leader in a meeting to be held …

Eknath Shinde accepts Maharashtra Deputy CM post, likely to get Urban Development Ministry: Sources
1 month, 1 week ago

Eknath Shinde accepts Maharashtra Deputy CM post, likely to get Urban Development Ministry: Sources

India TV News  

Shiv Sena chief and acting Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has accepted the Maharashtra Deputy CM post and he is likely to get Urban Development Ministry, said the sources on Monday night. Fadnavis will be next Maharashtra CM: BJP leader Sudhir Mungantiwar Earlier in the day, BJP leader Sudhir Mungantiwar declared that Devendra Fadnavis will be the Maharashtra chief minister. Meanwhile, …

"Already given my unconditional support": Eknath Shinde backs BJP candidate for Maharashtra CM
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1 month, 1 week ago

"Already given my unconditional support": Eknath Shinde backs BJP candidate for Maharashtra CM

Op India  

Caretaker Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde reiterated his full, unconditional support to the chief ministerial candidate in Maharashtra, stating that the people have delivered a historic mandate in favour of the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance. The Chief Minister candidate will be decided tomorrow.” Meanwhile, Nationalist Congress Party Chief Ajit Pawar had earlier clarified that the Chief Minister would …

Maharashtra Chief Minister Oath-Taking Ceremony Set for December 5
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Devendra Fadnavis to replace Eknath Shinde as next Maharashtra CM, claims senior BJP leader
1 month, 1 week ago

Devendra Fadnavis to replace Eknath Shinde as next Maharashtra CM, claims senior BJP leader

India TV News  

Ahead of a key legislature party meeting, a senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader said that the name of party leader Devendra Fadnavis has been finalised as the new chief minister of Maharashtra. Amid speculation that his son Shrikant Shinde might get the deputy CM's post and Shiv Sena is keen on the Home portfolio, Shinde said the Mahayuti allies- BJP, …

Maharashtra: New CM to be from BJP, Mahayuti allies Shiv Sena and NCP to get deputy CM posts, says Ajit Pawar
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1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra: New CM to be from BJP, Mahayuti allies Shiv Sena and NCP to get deputy CM posts, says Ajit Pawar

Live Mint  

Nationalist Congress Party chief and Maharashtra caretaker Dy CM Ajit Pawar on Saturday said during a meeting of Mahayuti leaders it was decided that the new chief minister will be from the Bharatiya Janata Party and the remaining two parties – Shiv Sena and NCP – will get Dy CM posts. Ajit Pawar said: "During the meeting it was decided …

‘New Maharashtra CM from BJP, Mahayuti allies to get 2 deputy CM posts’: Ajit Pawar
1 month, 1 week ago

‘New Maharashtra CM from BJP, Mahayuti allies to get 2 deputy CM posts’: Ajit Pawar

Hindustan Times  

The next Maharashtra chief minister will be from the Bharatiya Janata Party and there will be two deputy CMs from the Mahayuti allies, Ajit Pawar said on Saturday amid suspense over the new pick. Maharashtra caretaker CM Eknath Shinde, deputy CMs Ajit Pawar and Devendra Fadnavis In a social media post on X, Bawankule wrote, “Oath-taking ceremony of the Maha-Yuti …

Maharashtra New CM News: What Would Be Eknath Shinde's Strategic Move? | ABP News
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Eknath Shinde is unwell: Sena leader rejects talk of sulk over Mahayuti deadlock
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1 month, 1 week ago

Eknath Shinde is unwell: Sena leader rejects talk of sulk over Mahayuti deadlock

India Today  

Shiv Sena has dismissed speculation that its leader and caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde is upset about the stalemate over the Maharashtra Chief Minister's post and hence travelled to his native village, cancelling a meeting of the Mahayuti alliance. According to reports, Eknath Shinde is insisting on heavyweight portfolios like the Home Department along with the Deputy Chief Minister's post, …

Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena officially demands Home Ministry portfolio in new Maharashtra Cabinet
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1 month, 1 week ago

Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena officially demands Home Ministry portfolio in new Maharashtra Cabinet

India TV News  

Amid the deliberation over the formation of the government in Maharashtra, Shiv Sena on Saturday made an official demand seeking a home ministry for the party in the new Cabinet. The latest development comes after all three prominent leaders of Mahayuti parties - Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde and Ajit pawar - returned to Mumbai on Friday morning after meeting Union …

Maharashtra Cabinet swearing-in with formula of two deputy CMs to be held on December 5?
1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra Cabinet swearing-in with formula of two deputy CMs to be held on December 5?

India TV News  

Maharashtra suspense: Even as the suspense continues over the name of Maharashtra's new Chief Minister face, the speculation now are ripe that the swearing-in ceremony of the new government will be held on December 5 at Azad Maidan. Shinde, along with Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, met Shah and Nadda late Thursday to thrash out a power-sharing …

No announcement on Maharashtra CM after late-night Mahayuti meet at Amit Shah's home
1 month, 1 week ago

No announcement on Maharashtra CM after late-night Mahayuti meet at Amit Shah's home

Hindustan Times  

Devendra Fadnavis or Eknath Shinde - who will be the next Maharashtra Chief Minister? The Mahayuti alliance is expected to announce their pick soon after a caretaker Maharashtra CM Shinde, Devendra Fadnavis, Ajit Pawar and Union Minister Amit Shah Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis met on Thursday with Union Home Minister Amit Shah to …

Maharashtra CM Face: Will Devendra Fadnavis Take Over as CM Today? | ABP News
Top News
1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra CM Face: Will Devendra Fadnavis Take Over as CM Today? | ABP News

ABP News  

In Maharashtra, discussions within the Mahayuti are intensifying over the Chief Ministerial post following the alliance's significant victory in the state assembly elections. The alliance, which includes the BJP, Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, and Ajit Pawar's faction of the NCP, secured a clear majority. Reports suggest that the BJP might push for Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis to take the top …

Maharashtra CM to Be Announced Today! Decision Expected After Mahayuti Meeting | ABP News
Top News
1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra CM to Be Announced Today! Decision Expected After Mahayuti Meeting | ABP News

ABP News  

In Maharashtra, discussions within the Mahayuti are intensifying over the Chief Ministerial post following the alliance's significant victory in the state assembly elections. The alliance, which includes the BJP, Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, and Ajit Pawar's faction of the NCP, secured a clear majority. Reports suggest that the BJP might push for Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis to take the top …

Maharashtra government formation highlights: Maharashtra meet ends without decision on CM
1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra government formation highlights: Maharashtra meet ends without decision on CM

The Hindu  

The meeting at the residence of Amit Shah concluded around midnight. After the two-hour meeting of top Mahayuti leaders at Home Minister Amit Shah’s residence, sources in Mahayuti told The Hindu that ‘nothing had been decided’. Maharashtra ‘caretaker’ Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, his deputies Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Thursday …

Maharashtra CM name announcement: Eknath Shinde meets Amit Shah, Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar to join shortly
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Maharashtra: Will Fadnavis be declared as official CM pick? Top Mahayuti leaders to meet Amit Shah shortly
1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra: Will Fadnavis be declared as official CM pick? Top Mahayuti leaders to meet Amit Shah shortly

India TV News  

Maharashtra CM name dilemma: The suspense over who will become the Chief Minister of Maharashtra may end on Thursday, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah scheduled to meet leaders of the Mahayuti alliance. Fadnavis emerges as top contender, Shinde bows out After BJP's speculator performance in the recently held Assembly elections in Maharastra, Fadnavis appears to be the strongest candidate …

Devendra Fadnavis’ first reaction after ‘Eknath Shinde clears all doubts’ over Maharashtra CM post: ‘We will soon…’
1 month, 1 week ago

Devendra Fadnavis’ first reaction after ‘Eknath Shinde clears all doubts’ over Maharashtra CM post: ‘We will soon…’

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Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis said on Wednesday that caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde ji has cleared all doubts about the Maharashtra CM post. He said, “We will soon sit together and make a decision.” Eknath Shinde said at a press conference on Wednesday that he will support any decision on the CM taken by Prime …

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

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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 …

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