Shinde resigns, appointed as caretaker CM
4 months ago

Shinde resigns, appointed as caretaker CM

Deccan Chronicle  

Shinde, who took office in June 2022 after leading a rebellion within the Shiv Sena, cited the need for a “fresh leadership” to strengthen the governance of the state. His resignation, which came after a series of back-and-forth political negotiations, leaves Maharashtra in a state of uncertainty, with the BJP eyeing a potential shift in leadership ahead of the 2024 general elections. The resignation followed a late-night meeting between Shinde, BJP leaders, and Shiv Sena MLAs, further fueling speculation about the possibility of a new Chief Minister. Sources close to the developments have pointed to Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis as a potential candidate for the top post, although no official announcement has been made yet.

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Ceasefire between CM Devendra Fadnavis and Eknath Shinde?
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Ceasefire between CM Devendra Fadnavis and Eknath Shinde?

Hindustan Times  

Is there going to be a ceasefire between chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde, who are locked in a cold war? His aides said Fadnavis did not want the ruling alliance to be a divided house when it was facing trouble: One of its ministers, Dhananjay Munde, had to resign within two months of the formation …

Maharashtra politics heats up as CM Fadnavis removes Shinde's close aide from key position in MITRA
3 weeks ago

Maharashtra politics heats up as CM Fadnavis removes Shinde's close aide from key position in MITRA

India TV News  

Maharashtra politics heats up as CM Fadnavis removes Shinde's close aide from key position in MITRA Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has removed Eknath Shinde's close aide from the post of Vice President of the 'MITRA' amid the buzz of political tensions in the Mahayuti government. MITRA was established in 2022 by the then Eknath Shinde-led Maharashtra government In a …

Rohit Pawar Says Dhananjay Munde Should Resign Immediately Amid Growing Controversy
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Rohit Pawar Says Dhananjay Munde Should Resign Immediately Amid Growing Controversy

ABP News  

The controversy surrounding Maharashtra's Food and Supply Minister Dhananjay Munde has once again intensified. A recent high-level meeting between Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and NCP leader Ajit Pawar has fueled the speculation around Munde's future. The meeting, which took place at Ajit Pawar’s residence, was attended by Munde himself, along with Prafull Patel and Sunil Tatkare.In the wake of these …

'Devendra Fadnavis and I switched roles, Ajit dada's is fixed', Eknath Shinde jokes
3 weeks, 5 days ago

'Devendra Fadnavis and I switched roles, Ajit dada's is fixed', Eknath Shinde jokes

India Today  

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday took a playful jab at fellow deputy Ajit Pawar, saying his role stayed constant while he switched chairs with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. But yes, Ajit Dada's role is constant," Shinde said, as Fadnavis and Pawar, sitting next to him during a joint press conference, laughed. In December last year, after Mahayuti …

Shinde, Fadnavis deny rift after Shiv Sena legislators’ security downgraded, removed
1 month, 1 week ago

Shinde, Fadnavis deny rift after Shiv Sena legislators’ security downgraded, removed

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Maharashtra police has downgraded or withdrawn security given to several politicians, including 20 legislators belonging to Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. Shinde supporters, including 11 Lok Sabha MPs and 44 MLAs, were given Y-security cover after the vertical split in Shiv Sena in June 2022. As per the reports, the security cover for all Shiv Sena MLAs and other leaders, …

Fadnavis Vs Shinde: Security Of 20 Shiv Sena MLAs In Maharashtra Downgraded To One Constable
1 month, 1 week ago

Fadnavis Vs Shinde: Security Of 20 Shiv Sena MLAs In Maharashtra Downgraded To One Constable

ABP News  

Maharashtra News: The apparent rift between Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and his deputy Eknath Shinde seems to be growing by the day. In the latest tussle, Fadnavis on Monday, February 17, downgraded the security of 20 MLAs of the Eknath Shinde faction of Shiv Sena. Notably, the Home Department in the Maharashtra government is held by Chief Minister Devendra …

Former MLA to Switch Sides from Thackeray to Shinde
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Former MLA to Switch Sides from Thackeray to Shinde

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Former MLA Rajan Salvi, who lost the 2024 election, on Wednesday resigned from the post of deputy leader of Shiv Sena. According to sources, Salvi was upset with Uddhav Thackeray confidant and former MP Vinayak Raut, who also lost in the 2024 Lok Sabha election. After his defeat in the state assembly election, Salvi met Uddhav Thackeray and conveyed …

Ajit Pawar holds key meet without Shinde Sena MLAs as Mahayuti rift widens
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ajit Pawar holds key meet without Shinde Sena MLAs as Mahayuti rift widens

India Today  

Amid reports of a widening conflict within Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti alliance, Nationalist Congress Party Ajit Pawar held a meeting of the District Planning and Development Committee of Raigad in the absence of lawmakers from the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. In Raigad, Shinde Sena's Bharat Gogavale has staked his claim, while the NCP's Aditi Tatkare, who is also the state's incumbent …

Breaking News: Uddhav and Shinde Factions Engage in Fierce Battle for Shiv Sena's Legacy | ABP NEWS
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Breaking News: Uddhav and Shinde Factions Engage in Fierce Battle for Shiv Sena's Legacy | ABP NEWS

ABP News  

Maharashtra’s political landscape is currently witnessing a significant power struggle within the Shiv Sena party. After the 2022 rebellion led by Eknath Shinde, the Shiv Sena split into two factions: one led by Uddhav Thackeray and the other by Shinde, who is now the Chief Minister. He claims that Shinde’s group is using backdoor methods to convince members to defect, …

Eknath Shinde gives Cabinet meetings a miss amid political upheavals in Maharashtra | Details
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde gives Cabinet meetings a miss amid political upheavals in Maharashtra | Details

India TV News  

Maharashtra’s Mahayuti government came into power after much political upheaval around who will take up what office. The meeting saw the presence of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and second Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, although from the Shinde Shiv Sena party's side Minister of State Yogesh Kadam and other ministers also attended the meeting. BJP has used Eknath Shinde: Sanjay …

BJP no longer needs Shinde, claims Congress’ Wadettiwar
2 months ago

BJP no longer needs Shinde, claims Congress’ Wadettiwar

The Hindu  

The Devendra Fadnavis-led Mahayuti government in Maharashtra continues to grapple with internal discontent as Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde is reportedly upset and away in his hometown. Senior Congress leader and former Leader of Opposition in the State Assembly Vijay Wadettiwar on Monday sparked speculation by suggesting that the BJP may no longer need Mr. Shinde, hinting at the possibility …

Friction between Mahayuti allies intensifies with guardian ministership issue, Shinde’s decisions being reversed
2 months, 1 week ago

Friction between Mahayuti allies intensifies with guardian ministership issue, Shinde’s decisions being reversed

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: While the recent exercise of appointing guardian ministers has exposed the rift between the BJP and Shiv Sena, the tussle within the ruling alliance has been brewing for the last two months and is expected to intensify in the coming days with regard to the sharing of statutory boards and corporations. All is not well between the Mahayuti allies …

Deputy CM Shinde to meet Modi with family
3 months 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 …

Why BJP chose Ram Shinde as Maharashtra legislative council chairperson
3 months ago

Why BJP chose Ram Shinde as Maharashtra legislative council chairperson

India Today  

A descendant of the warrior-queen Ahilyadevi Holkar of Indore, a leader of the Other Backward Classes Dhangar community, and a loyalist of Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis. This is what defines senior BJP leader Ram Shinde, the newly-elected chairperson of the state legislative council. In 1995, when the Shiv Sena-BJP came to power in Maharashtra, Anna Dange, a minister and …

Maharashtra cabinet shake-up: Are ministers ‘unhappy’ with shuffle? Ajit Pawar’s BIG reveal
3 months ago

Maharashtra cabinet shake-up: Are ministers ‘unhappy’ with shuffle? Ajit Pawar’s BIG reveal

Live Mint  

Ajit Pawar, the Deputy Chief Minister and leader of the Nationalist Congress Party, has acknowledged that not all ministers were happy with their assigned roles in the Maharashtra Cabinet, highlighting the challenges posed by such a large cabinet. During a recent event in Baramati, Ajit Pawar noted, "As the number of ministers is high, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis had to …

Maharashtra cabinet: Why Eknath Shinde’s role in Devendra Fadnavis’ govt is more powerful than you think
3 months ago

Maharashtra cabinet: Why Eknath Shinde’s role in Devendra Fadnavis’ govt is more powerful than you think

Live Mint  

Maharashtra Cabinet: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis retained the Home ministry as portfolio allocations were announced on Saturday evening. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde got the Urban Development portfolio while another Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has been allocated the Finance department. Lion's Share in Ministries Shinde clearly seems to have bargained hard with the BJP – the single largest …

Maharashtra Portfolios Announced, Fadnavis Keeps Home, Ajit Pawar Finance, And Eknath Shinde Gets...
3 months ago

Maharashtra Portfolios Announced, Fadnavis Keeps Home, Ajit Pawar Finance, And Eknath Shinde Gets...

ABP News  

The Maharashtra government on Saturday formally announced the allocation of portfolios among the ministers. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, along with Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, has been entrusted with key responsibilities. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has been given charge of Urban Development, Housing, and Public Works. Maharashtra Portfolio Allocation | Pankaja Mude gets the charge of …

'You Will Be Chief Minister Someday': Fadnavis Tells His Deputy Ajit Pawar, Shares 24-Hour Work Plan
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3 months, 1 week ago

'You Will Be Chief Minister Someday': Fadnavis Tells His Deputy Ajit Pawar, Shares 24-Hour Work Plan

ABP News  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday made a surprising remark during the ongoing Winter Session in the legislative assembly about his Deputy Ajit Pawar as he wished for the latter to become a Chief Minister someday. The Maharashtra CM also shared details about the working schedule of the Mahayuti leaders, stating that he and his deputies Pawar and Eknath …

Chaos erupts in Maharashtra council over Shinde's political jibes
3 months, 1 week ago

Chaos erupts in Maharashtra council over Shinde's political jibes

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: The Maharashtra Legislative Council descended into disorder on Thursday when senior Shiv Sena member Anil Parab challenged Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde for derailing a discussion on the Governor's speech into political point-scoring. Shinde's speech, peppered with sarcastic remarks aimed at absent Shiv Sena leader Uddhav Thackeray, drew sharp protests from Opposition members. When opposition members suggested the Chief …

Ram Shinde unanimously elected chairman of Maharashtra legislative council
3 months, 1 week ago

Ram Shinde unanimously elected chairman of Maharashtra legislative council

Hindustan Times  

Nagpur: Ram Shinde, the Bharatiya Janata Party legislator and a former minister, was unanimously elected as the new chairman of the Maharashtra legislative council on Thursday. Ram Shinde files his nomination papers for Maharashtra legislative council chairperson The position had been vacant since July 7, 2022, after the term of Nationalist Congress Party leader Ramraje Naik-Nimbalkar ended. Deputy chairman of …

You will be CM one day, my wishes are with you: Devendra Fadnavis tells Ajit Pawar in Maharashtra Assembly
3 months, 1 week ago

You will be CM one day, my wishes are with you: Devendra Fadnavis tells Ajit Pawar in Maharashtra Assembly

India TV News  

Maharashtra: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis today said he and his deputies Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde would work 24/7 in shifts. Turning to Ajit Pawar, Fadnavis said in the legislative, “You are called ‘permanent deputy CM’ but my wishes are with you and you will be the CM someday.” Ajit Pawar on December 5 took oath as the deputy …

BJP’s Ram Shinde set to become legislative council chairperson
3 months, 1 week ago

BJP’s Ram Shinde set to become legislative council chairperson

Hindustan Times  

NAGPUR: Bharatiya Janata Party member of the upper house, Ram Shinde, the consensus candidate for the post of the chairperson of the state legislative council, filed his nomination on Wednesday. BJP’s Ram Shinde set to become legislative council chairperson Shinde, 55, a Dhangar leader and a former Maharashtra minister, who unsuccessfully fought Assembly election from Karjat-Jamkhed against Rohit Pawar of …

Maharashtra Cabinet portfolio distribution in next 24 hours | Here's who may get what
3 months, 1 week 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 …

Shiv Sena MLA Narendra Bhondekar denied ministerial berth, resigns from party post
3 months, 1 week 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 months, 1 week 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 Politics: 'Grandmaster' Poster of Fadnavis Sparks Buzz in Nagpur
3 months, 1 week ago

Maharashtra Politics: 'Grandmaster' Poster of Fadnavis Sparks Buzz in Nagpur

ABP News  

The expansion of Maharashtra's Maha Yuti government under Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is expected soon, with the division of portfolios among the alliance's three major parties also likely to be finalized. According to sources, the Shiv Sena, led by former Chief Minister and current Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, may be allotted the Housing Ministry. New faces might be …

Ahead of Winter Session, Maharashtra prepares for cabinet expansion
3 months, 1 week 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 …

Maharashtra government: Eknath Shinde’s bid for key portfolios delays cabinet expansion
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra government: Eknath Shinde’s bid for key portfolios delays cabinet expansion

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Eknath Shinde is still holding out, in an all-out effort to salvage what he can from a BJP-led government that is calling the shots. The reluctant deputy chief minister, who pushed for the sensitive home portfolio till the last minute, among other things, has delayed the proposed cabinet expansion ahead of the winter session of the state legislature. Shiv …

BJP, Shiv Sena lock horns in Shinde’s home turf for Thane’s guardian ministership
3 months, 2 weeks ago

BJP, Shiv Sena lock horns in Shinde’s home turf for Thane’s guardian ministership

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Amid ongoing tensions between the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena and the BJP over key portfolios at the state level, a similar power struggle is playing out in Shinde’s home turf, Thane. BJP, Shiv Sena lock horns in Shinde’s home turf for Thane’s guardian ministership With civic elections slated for next year, the stakes are high. BJP argues that it …

Maharashtra Cabinet Expansion: Is Eknath Shinde unhappy over portfolio allocation? Dy CM skips visit to Delhi
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra Cabinet Expansion: Is Eknath Shinde unhappy over portfolio allocation? Dy CM skips visit to Delhi

Live Mint  

Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra Eknath Shinde is reportedly upset over the allocation of key portfolios. Ahead of the Cabinet expansion in the Mahayuti government, Shinde skipped his visit to New Delhi on December 11 while Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar arrived in the national capital. Shinde has been keen on securing the Home Ministry …

Maharashtra Cabinet Expansion Likely On Dec 14, Shiv Sena Unlikely To Get Home, Fadnavis In Delhi — What We Know So Far
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra Cabinet Expansion Likely On Dec 14, Shiv Sena Unlikely To Get Home, Fadnavis In Delhi — What We Know So Far

ABP News  

Days after Devendra Fadnavis took oath as Maharashtra Chief Minister, all eyes are on the cabinet expansion in the state, with the Mahayuti ally Shiv Sena demanding key portfolios for Eknath Shinde's camp. A senior BJP leader has said that the cabinet expansion of the Fadnavis government is likely to take place on December 14. #WATCH | Maharashtra CM Devendra …

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

Eknath Shinde wants home portfolio in Devendra Fadnavis-led Maharashtra govt: Shiv Sena leader
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde wants home portfolio in Devendra Fadnavis-led Maharashtra govt: Shiv Sena leader

Hindustan Times  

The Shiv Sena, led by Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde, reiterated on Friday that its leader has demanded the crucial home portfolio from the BJP, adding that the three Mahayuti allies were holding talks regarding portfolio allocation. Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde takes oath as Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister during the swearing-in ceremony, in Mumbai, on Thursday, The Bharatiya …

Was Eknath Shinde upset? What Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said about his two deputies
3 months, 3 weeks 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
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Devendra Fadnavis Wins CM Race, But Tough Challenges Will Make Governance A Thorny Path
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Devendra Fadnavis Wins CM Race, But Tough Challenges Will Make Governance A Thorny Path

ABP News  

Devendra Fadnavis News: Devendra Fadnavis was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra on Thursday, December 5, after a long wait of five years. Devendra Fadnavis, after his five-day stint as CM in November 2019, had said that he would return; and returned he has with unprecedented numbers in favour of the BJP. BMC Elections Wit Uddhav Thackeray biting …

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis's ‘change, not revenge’ message after taking oath: 'No more shocks'
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis's ‘change, not revenge’ message after taking oath: 'No more shocks'

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra CM news: Devendra Fadnavis, after taking oath as Maharashtra chief minister for the third time, addressed the media on Thursday evening and asserted that he will provide a stable government over the next five years, and the state under his leadership will see politics of change and not revenge. "Roles may have changed, but focus and direction remain the …

Maharashtra Cabinet: BJP may keep Home, Eknath Shinde to retain Urban Development, say sources
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra Cabinet: BJP may keep Home, Eknath Shinde to retain Urban Development, say sources

India TV News  

A day after the oath-taking ceremony, fresh reports emerged on Friday that the Devendra Fadnavis government's first cabinet expansion in Maharashtra will likely occur either on December 11 or 12. Maharashtra cabinet expansion: Check who might keep what The BJP might keep the Ministry of Home Affairs, Law and Justice, Construction, Energy, Courtesy, Irrigation, Village Development, Tourism, Revenue, Skill Development, …

​Fresh start: On Maharashtra politics, government formation
3 months, 3 weeks ago

​Fresh start: On Maharashtra politics, government formation

The Hindu  

The return of Devendra Fadnavis as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra marks the culmination of one phase and the beginning of another in the State’s politics. As the Chief Minister of a State with many resources, he is well placed to climb new heights, but has his task cut out. The outgoing Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has agreed to be …

Devendra Fadnavis returns as Maharashtra Chief Minister for third term with Shinde and Pawar as deputies
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Devendra Fadnavis returns as Maharashtra Chief Minister for third term with Shinde and Pawar as deputies

The Hindu  

The Bharatiya Janata Party’s Legislature Party Leader Devendra Fadnavis was sworn in as the 21st Chief Minister of Maharashtra on Thursday evening in a grand ceremony at Azad Maidan, Mumbai, witnessed by thousands. This marks the third time Fadnavis, 54, an MLA from Nagpur South-West, would occupy the coveted Chief Minister’s office on the sixth floor of the Mantralaya. With …

‘Will work as a team’: Eknath Shinde on serving as deputy CM in Devendra Fadnavis' cabinet
3 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Will work as a team’: Eknath Shinde on serving as deputy CM in Devendra Fadnavis' cabinet

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde on Thursday assured he will extend all possible cooperation to chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and “work as a team”. Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as CM for third time Devendra Fadnavis took oath as Maharashtra chief minister at a star-studded event headlined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Mumbai's Azad Maidan. After the event, PM …

Eknath Shinde invokes Balasaheb Thackeray and Anand Dighe, lauds PM Modi and Amit Shah in oath as Deputy CM
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Devendra Fadnavis back as Maharashtra CM, ‘to work together’ with deputies Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Devendra Fadnavis back as Maharashtra CM, ‘to work together’ with deputies Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar

The Hindu  

The Bharatiya Janata Party’s Legislature Party Leader Devendra Fadnavis was sworn in as the 21st Chief Minister of Maharashtra on Thursday evening in a grand ceremony witnessed by thousands at the Azad Maidan here. Radhakrishnan administered the oath of office and oath of secrecy to Mr. Fadnavis, who steered the BJP-led Mahayuti to victory in the State elections last month, …

Devendra Fadnavis Returns As Maharashtra Chief Minister Five-Year Wait Ends Two Deputy CMs Eknath Shinde Ajit Pawar
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3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Sena leader confirms Eknath Shinde to take oath as Deputy CM today
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3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Suspense ends! Eknath Shinde to take oath as Deputy CM of Maharashtra, says Shiv Sena leader Uday Samant
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Suspense ends! Eknath Shinde to take oath as Deputy CM of Maharashtra, says Shiv Sena leader Uday Samant

Live Mint  

Ending speculations over whether outgoing Chief Minister Eknath Shinde will assume the role of Deputy CM in the BJP-led Mahayuti government, a Shiv Sena leader on Thursday confirmed that the party chief will take oath this evening. "Eknath Shinde will take oath as Deputy CM of Maharashtra," said Shiv Sena leader Uday Samant. When asked about the delay in making …

Fadnavis to take oath as Maharashtra CM shortly, suspense over Shinde's role continues
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Fadnavis to take oath as Maharashtra CM shortly, suspense over Shinde's role continues

Hindustan Times  

Devendra Fadnavis will shortly be sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Maharashtra at Mumbai's Azad Maidan. Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde greets BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis as he is elected as Maharashtra BJP Legislative Party leader. Shiv Sena leaders confident Senior Sena leader Uday Samant said all ministers went to Eknath Shinde on Wednesday to convince him to …

No Sena MLA to be part of new govt if Shinde doesn't become dy CM: Party leader
3 months, 3 weeks 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…’
3 months, 3 weeks 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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3 months, 3 weeks ago

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

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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 …

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