Maharashtra farmers awaiting immediate aid, not new government: Sena
5 years, 2 months ago

Maharashtra farmers awaiting immediate aid, not new government: Sena

India TV News  

Amid standoff with ally BJP over formation of the next government in Maharashtra, the Shiv Sena on Friday demanded immediate relief for farmers affected by unseasonal rains in parts of the state. In an editorial in its mouthpiece "Saamana", the Uddhav Thackeray-led party said farmers who have suffered crop loss should be provided adequate compensation without attaching any conditions. "The farmers in the state are awaiting immediate assistance and not a new government," the editorial said. The editorial said a Shiv Sena delegation met the governor on Thursday demanding assistance for farmers whose crops have been damaged by unseasonal showers.

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'Gadchiroli's development good for Maharashtra': Sanjay Raut praises Devendra Fadnavis, CM responds
6 days, 8 hours ago

'Gadchiroli's development good for Maharashtra': Sanjay Raut praises Devendra Fadnavis, CM responds

India TV News  

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut is known for his sharp attacks on the ruling Shiv Sena-BJP alliance in Maharashtra. However, in a rare move, Sanjay Raut on Friday praised Devendra Fadnavis and said they praised Maharashtra Chief Minister in the Saamana editorial as the state government had done a "commendable job" by getting the Naxalites operating in Gadchiroli district to …

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

Sena ministers will get rotational terms: Shinde
3 weeks, 3 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 Politics: 'Grandmaster' Poster of Fadnavis Sparks Buzz in Nagpur
3 weeks, 3 days 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 …

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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4 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 as Dy CM: Shiv Sena's Woes Aren't Over, It Faces 3 Big Questions
1 month 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 …

Who Will Get Maharashtra Home Ministry? BJP Keeps Mahayuti Allies Guessing
1 month ago

Who Will Get Maharashtra Home Ministry? BJP Keeps Mahayuti Allies Guessing

ABP News  

The Home Ministry in Maharashtra seems to have emerged as a bone of contention between the three Mahayuti partners — the BJP, the Shiv Sena, and the NCP. While Shiv Sena's Gulabrao Patil said that Shiv Sena would have the Home Ministry, NCP MLA Amol Mitkari said Patil was "not making sense". On Thursday, Patil targeted Ajit Pawar, claiming that …

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 …

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 …

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

What’s happening in Maharashtra? Shinde rushes to hospital as Fadnavis sends envoy after video call failed
1 month ago

What’s happening in Maharashtra? Shinde rushes to hospital as Fadnavis sends envoy after video call failed

Firstpost  

Last week, Shinde visited his hometown in Satara where he fell ill and was suffering from a fever, cold, and throat infection, according to his family doctor RM Patre The stalemate in Maharashtra politics continues ahead of the oath-taking ceremony slated for December 5. Mahayuti has gone back and forth between BJP’s pick Devendra Fadnavis and Sena’s pick Shinde as …

Eknath Shinde says ‘badhiya hai’ despite being rushed to hospital amid health concerns: Watch
1 month ago

Eknath Shinde says ‘badhiya hai’ despite being rushed to hospital amid health concerns: Watch

Live Mint  

Maharashtra Caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on December 3 has been rushed to Thane's Jupiter Hospital as his health condition showed no sign of improvement, sources said as reported by news agency ANI. On being asked about his health condition, Shinde told reporters said, “Badhiya hai.” While speaking to PTI on Eknath Shinde's health, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat said, …

BJP names observers for Maharashtra CM decision
1 month ago

BJP names observers for Maharashtra CM decision

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday picked Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman and former Gujarat chief minister Vijay Rupani as observers for a crucial December 4 legislative unit meeting in Maharashtra where the party is likely to pick the next chief minister of the state. Union minister Amit Shah, Maharashtra BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis, Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde exchange …

Maharashtra Govt Formation: Fadnavis Dials Eknath Shinde Again, CM’s Son Denies Vying For Deputy Post — Updates
1 month ago

Maharashtra Govt Formation: Fadnavis Dials Eknath Shinde Again, CM’s Son Denies Vying For Deputy Post — Updates

ABP News  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday appointed Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani as central observers for the selection of the Maharashtra BJP Legislature Party leader. The BJP Parliamentary Board made the announcement in a press statement, stating, "The BJP Parliamentary Board has appointed Shri Vijay Rupani, former Chief Minister of Gujarat and Punjab …

Maharashtra Suspense: Hurdle Not CM Post But Portfolio Allocation — Shiv Sena Spokesperson Explains
1 month ago

Maharashtra Suspense: Hurdle Not CM Post But Portfolio Allocation — Shiv Sena Spokesperson Explains

ABP News  

Dispelling rumours of discord within the Mahayuti alliance, Shiv Sena spokesperson Sanjay Shirsat affirmed on Monday that Eknath Shinde had made it clear that the Shiv Sena would accept any decision made by senior BJP leaders. #WATCH | Mumbai | Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat says, "Eknath Shinde has said this in a press conference that Mahayuti govt will be …

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, …

Maharashtra: Sparks Fly In Mahayuti Over Leadership As CM Pick To Be Finalised Today — Updates
1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra: Sparks Fly In Mahayuti Over Leadership As CM Pick To Be Finalised Today — Updates

ABP News  

Maharashtra Govt Formation: The Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra, which secured a commanding victory in the recent assembly elections, is grappling with internal disagreements even as it inches towards government formation. The alliance, comprising the BJP, Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena, and Ajit Pawar-led NCP, won 230 of the 288 assembly seats. Eknath Shinde Says Maharashtra CM Decision On Monday, Aaditya Thackeray …

‘Insult to Maharashtra’: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on delay in government formation
1 month, 1 week ago

‘Insult to Maharashtra’: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on delay in government formation

Hindustan Times  

Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray on Sunday slammed the BJP-led NDA, saying it is disrespectful to both Maharashtra and the Election Commission that they have delayed forming a government after the election results. “To not be able to decide on a chief minister, and form government, for more than a week after result day, is not just an insult to …

Eknath Shinde says Maharashtra CM pick to be decided tomorrow
1 month, 1 week 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 …

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 …

Maharashtra government formation highlights: Eknath Shinde was unwell when he met Amit Shah, says party chief Uday Samant
1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra government formation highlights: Eknath Shinde was unwell when he met Amit Shah, says party chief Uday Samant

The Hindu  

Shiv Sena leader Uday Samant on Friday dismissed speculation that Mr. Shinde was upset and hence left for his native village in Satara district even as government formation has been delayed. “The Shiv Sena president was unwell when he met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi on Thursday night,” Mr. Samant told reporters. A key Mahayuti meeting scheduled on …

Maharashtra CM news highlights: Eknath Shinde to return from Satara tomorrow, says Sena leader
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Twist in Maharashtra story as Eknath Shinde decamps, Mahayuti meet called off
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1 month, 1 week ago

Twist in Maharashtra story as Eknath Shinde decamps, Mahayuti meet called off

India Today  

The formation of the new Maharashtra government remains shrouded in uncertainty as a crucial meeting of the Mahayuti alliance, scheduled for Friday, was cancelled after caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde unexpectedly left for his village in Satara district, delaying discussions on portfolio distribution. Shinde, along with BJP's Devendra Fadnavis and NCP leader Ajit Pawar, returned to Mumbai on Friday morning …

‘Proud of Eknath Shinde’: BJP lauds Shiv Sena chief for leaving CM decision to party leadership
1 month, 1 week 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
1 month, 1 week 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
1 month, 1 week 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, …

Next Maharashtra CM To Be From BJP, Eknath Shinde Announces
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1 month, 1 week ago

Next Maharashtra CM To Be From BJP, Eknath Shinde Announces

ABP News  

Amid speculations over the Chief Ministerial candidate from the newly elected Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra, the state's caretaker CM and Shiv Sena chief Ekanth Shinde addressed a press conference in the Thane district where he announced that the next Maharashtra CM will be from the BJP. Attaining a massive victory the Mahayuti, which comprises the Bharatiya Janata Party, Shinde's Shiv …

Eknath Shinde to be Maharashtra CM? Shiv Sena leader says new government by December...
1 month, 1 week 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
1 month, 1 week ago

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

Live Mint  

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

Maharashtra government formation highlights: BJP leadership and two Deputy CM likely to be in State, say sources
1 month, 1 week ago

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

The Hindu  

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

Will Eknath Shinde become Maharashtra CM? Sena drives hard with 'Eknath Hai Toh Safe Hai' slogan
1 month, 1 week 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 hasn't said that he won't accept Maharashtra Deputy CM post: Shiv Sena
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Shiv Sena Leaders Met Ajit Pawar's NCP Faction To Seek Support For Eknath Shinde For CM's Chair
1 month, 1 week ago

Shiv Sena Leaders Met Ajit Pawar's NCP Faction To Seek Support For Eknath Shinde For CM's Chair

ABP News  

Amid the ongoing suspense over the Chief Minister's choice in Maharashtra, the leaders of the Eknath Shinde camp have reached out to the Ajit Pawar faction over support for Eknath Shinde for the top post in the state. They also suggested that the Ajit Pawar's NCP faction has not made any decision on support to Shinde's Sena yet. Meanwhile, Shiv …

Maharashtra election results: Eknath Shinde appeals to party workers not to gather in Mumbai after Mahayuti’s victory
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra election results: Eknath Shinde appeals to party workers not to gather in Mumbai after Mahayuti’s victory

The Hindu  

In a late night post on X on Tuesday, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde appealed to his party workers to not gather in Mumbai in large numbers to show their support to him. This comes amid growing pressure by the Shiv Sena to make Mr. Shinde the chief minister again. Editorial | Maha victory: On the Mahayuti and the Maharashtra …

Maharashtra government formation Highlights: Who will be Mahayuti’s CM pick? Aaditya Thackeray elected Shiv Sena (UBT) legislature party leader
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra government formation Highlights: Who will be Mahayuti’s CM pick? Aaditya Thackeray elected Shiv Sena (UBT) legislature party leader

The Hindu  

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP head Ajit Pawar on Monday said discussions were underway among the Mahayuti partners to finalise a formula for the new government formation in the State. Even as the Election Commission presented its notification and the government gazette with the names of elected candidates in the Assembly polls to the Governor of Maharashtra on Sunday, …

'Fishy': Sanjay Raut's 'conspiracy' reaction to Mahayuti's strong performance in Maharashtra
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Fishy': Sanjay Raut's 'conspiracy' reaction to Mahayuti's strong performance in Maharashtra

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra election result: As the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance consolidated its lead amid counting for the Maharashtra assembly election, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said on Saturday that early elections point to a conspiracy. Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut addressing media outside Saamana office, in Mumbai "I see a big conspiracy in this," he told reporters as early trends showed that …

Maharashtra Election Results: Thackeray’s Shiv Sena refuses to accept trends; Sanjay Raut says ‘kuch toh gadbad hai’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

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

Live Mint  

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

Can't believe Maharashtra would do this to me: Uddhav Thackeray on NDA 'tsunami'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Can't believe Maharashtra would do this to me: Uddhav Thackeray on NDA 'tsunami'

India Today  

Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray asked what the Mahayuti alliance had done to deserve a "tsunami" of votes, as the NDA will retain control of Maharashtra after managing a thunderous win in the assembly elections. Uddhav Thackeray spoke about the opposition's performance in the Lok Sabha polls, wherein the Maha Vikas Aghadi punched way above its weight, delivering a massive …

Maharashtra polls: ‘We will go wherever Shinde goes’: Sena leader’s remark kicks up row
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra polls: ‘We will go wherever Shinde goes’: Sena leader’s remark kicks up row

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: A controversial remark by a senior Shiv Sena leader has set the cat among the pigeons in the Mahayuti alliance, just two days before the results of the Maharashtra assembly election are set to be declared. Sanjay Shirsat, MLA and chief spokesperson of the Shiv Sena led by chief minister Eknath Shinde, said they “will go wherever Shinde goes”. …

Maharashtra polls: Which Shiv Sena will emerge on top in these elections?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

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

Hindustan Times  

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

We've to stop Maharashtra's 'Bhajapa-karan', their raid on state's coffers: Aaditya Thackeray
1 month, 3 weeks ago

We've to stop Maharashtra's 'Bhajapa-karan', their raid on state's coffers: Aaditya Thackeray

India Today  

Aaditya Thackeray, former Maharashtra minister and Shiv Sena leader, claims that just weeks before Eknath Shinde split the Shiv Sena and toppled the Maha Vikas Aghadi regime in June 2022 to become the chief minister in an alliance with the BJP, he had the Enforcement Directorate breathing down his neck. Thackeray, who is seeking re-election to the Maharashtra legislative assembly …

BJP not in touch with Uddhav Thackeray, strongly with Shinde Sena: Piyush Goyal
2 months ago

BJP not in touch with Uddhav Thackeray, strongly with Shinde Sena: Piyush Goyal

India Today  

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday dismissed rumours that the BJP has been in contact with Uddhav Thackeray’s faction of Shiv Sena behind closed doors. He emphasised that the BJP remains aligned with the Shiv Sena faction led by Eknath Shinde, whose election symbol is the bow and arrow, reflecting the principles of Bal Thackeray. "I can …

Political situation and party benefit will decide next Maharashtra CM: BJP general secretary Vinod Tawde
2 months ago

Political situation and party benefit will decide next Maharashtra CM: BJP general secretary Vinod Tawde

The Hindu  

The BJP will consider the political situation and long-term party benefit when deciding on Maharashtra’s new Chief Minister, if the ruling Mahayuti is voted back to power in the upcoming Assembly election, BJP national general secretary Vinod Tawde said on Wednesday, pointing to the Bihar example for the BJP’s rationale. Promoting local leaders “The wind is blowing in Mahayuti’s direction,” …

Shiv Sena Releases First List of 45 Candidates for Maharashtra Assembly Polls
Top News
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Shiv Sena Releases First List of 45 Candidates for Maharashtra Assembly Polls

New Indian Express  

The Shiv Sena has released its first list of 45 candidates for the upcoming Maharashtra assembly polls. The party has re-nominated almost all the MLAs who backed Eknath Shinde when he led a revolt against the then-Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray in June 2022. The party has fielded ministers from various constituencies, including those who were previously dropped by the previous …

Maharashtra BJP will hit a century, says Fadnavis
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra BJP will hit a century, says Fadnavis

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday expressed confidence in the BJP winning 100 seats on its own in the forthcoming assembly elections in November. Shiv Sena leader Aditya Thackeray shared his concern over Maharashtra losing several development and job-generating projects to Gujarat during the current regime. The event was also attended by Congress MLA and Maharashtra Congress …

Monday Musings: Maharashtra’s competitive populism
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Monday Musings: Maharashtra’s competitive populism

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra’s politics is now deeply caught in a race of competitive populism. The recent announcement of the Ladki Bahin scheme by the Mahayuti government, comprising the Bharatiya Janata Party, Shiv Sena, and the Nationalist Congress Party, is a clear example of this trend. On Saturday, when the Mahayuti government in Maharashtra officially rolled out the scheme, chief minister Eknath Shinde …

Tensions persist within MVA over chief ministerial candidate
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Tensions persist within MVA over chief ministerial candidate

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: The public display of differences between Shiv Sena and Congress over projecting a chief ministerial candidate continues, despite Congress and NCP favouring contesting the assembly election without putting forward a specific face for the role. Over the past two months, the Thackeray camp has repeatedly pushed its demand to declare Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray as the Maharashtra Vikas …

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