Shinde govt will collapse in coming months; Maha will face mid-term polls, claims Aaditya Thackeray
2 years, 1 month ago

Shinde govt will collapse in coming months; Maha will face mid-term polls, claims Aaditya Thackeray

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Highlights Uddhav Thackeray had last week spoken about the possibility of mid-term elections in the state Aaditya said one cannot identify who is the CM between Shinde and Fadnavis He demanded the government declare a wet drought in the state to address the losses faced by farmers The Eknath Shinde-led government in Maharashtra will collapse in the coming months, Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray said on Monday. Addressing a rally in Akola district, Aaditya Thackeray attacked the Shinde-led dispensation over four major projects picking other states over Maharashtra and claiming the state has lost potential employment for 2.5 lakh people. Notably, Aaditya's father and former chief minister Uddhav Thackeray had last week spoken about the possibility of mid-term elections in the state. Hitting back at state Agriculture minister Abdul Sattar for calling him “chota pappu”, Aaditya said, “I may be chota pappu, but if the name-calling helps in serving Maharashtra, then you can keep doing it.

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'You Will Be Chief Minister Someday': Fadnavis Tells His Deputy Ajit Pawar, Shares 24-Hour Work Plan
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4 days, 3 hours 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 …

Maharashtra Cabinet portfolio distribution in next 24 hours | Here's who may get what
5 days, 19 hours 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 Politics: 'Grandmaster' Poster of Fadnavis Sparks Buzz in Nagpur
1 week, 1 day 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
1 week, 2 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 …

Eknath Shinde has no reason to be upset, no issues in deciding Cabinet: Amit Shah
1 week, 2 days ago

Eknath Shinde has no reason to be upset, no issues in deciding Cabinet: Amit Shah

India Today  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday dismissed claims suggesting that Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde was upset with the BJP over not being reappointed as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra and assured that there were no disagreements regarding the allocation of Cabinet portfolios in the state. #AmitShahAtAgendaAajtak | "This time we said it from the beginning that chief minister …

Fadnavis to drop 30% ministers from Shinde cabinet
1 week, 4 days 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 …

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

Live Mint  

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

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

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

Hindustan Times  

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

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

India Today  

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

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

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

The Quint  

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

Watch | Political career of Devendra Fadnavis
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Watch | Political career of Devendra Fadnavis

The Hindu  

Watch: Political career of Devendra Fadnavis BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis took the oath to become the new chief minister of Maharashtra for the third time on December 5th at a grand ceremony in Mumbai. Nationalist Congress Party chief Ajit Pawar and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde also took oath as his deputy chief ministers. Fadnavis, who represents Nagpur South West …

Devendra Fadnavis dials Uddhav Thackeray, Sharad Pawar after taking oath as Maharashtra CM: How they responded
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Devendra Fadnavis dials Uddhav Thackeray, Sharad Pawar after taking oath as Maharashtra CM: How they responded

Live Mint  

Devendra Fadnavis took oath as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra on Thursday with Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar as his deputies. The senior BJP leader later revealed that he had garnered good wishes from all quarters — including political rivals Uddhav Thackeray and Sharad Pawar. Most prominent opposition leaders were conspicuous by their absence at the glittering event and Fadnavis …

Maharashtra politics: Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar have eyes on civic polls, keeping flock intact
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Maharashtra politics: Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar have eyes on civic polls, keeping flock intact

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: They are not known to be each other’s favourites and have made no bones about it either, but now as deputy chief ministers of Maharashtra, Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar have similar job-lists for the next five years – strengthening their parties, garnering numbers in the local body elections and ensuring that rival outfits led by Uddhav Thackeray and …

Ajit Pawar breaks records as deputy CM, but his long quest for the top job remains unfulfilled
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Ajit Pawar breaks records as deputy CM, but his long quest for the top job remains unfulfilled

The Hindu  

Ajit Pawar took oath as Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister for a record sixth time on Thursday, having demonstrated the invaluable political lessons learned from his uncle — veteran politician, current Opposition leader, and four-time Chief Minister Sharad Pawar — even though the top job still remains elusive. Now, Mr. Ajit Pawar has emerged as the “strongest player”, securing 41 Assembly …

Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as new Maharashtra CM, Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar Deputy CMs
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2 weeks, 4 days 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 takes oath as Maharashtra CM for 3rd time; Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar as deputies at star-studded show
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Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as Maharashtra CM for 3rd time; Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar as deputies at star-studded show

Live Mint  

Devendra Fadnavis took oath as chief minister on December 5. Bhartiya Janata Party leader Devendra Fadnavis was sworn in as chief minister of Maharashtra for the third term during a mega oath-taking ceremony at Mumbai's historic Azad Maidan on December 5. {{^adFree}} {{/adFree}} Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde and Nationalist Congress Party head Ajit Pawar also took oath as deputy …

Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as Maharashtra CM for 3rd time; Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar as deputies at star-studded show
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Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as Maharashtra CM for 3rd time; Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar as deputies at star-studded show

Live Mint  

Bhartiya Janata Party leader Devendra Fadnavis was sworn in as chief minister of Maharashtra for the third term during a mega oath-taking ceremony at Mumbai's historic Azad Maidan on December 5. Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde and Nationalist Congress Party head Ajit Pawar also took oath as deputy chief ministers during the star-studded event, which was attended by Prime Minister …

Devendra Fadnavis Returns As Maharashtra Chief Minister Five-Year Wait Ends Two Deputy CMs Eknath Shinde Ajit Pawar
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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
2 weeks, 4 days 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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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
2 weeks, 4 days ago

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

Deccan Chronicle  

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

5 challenges for Devendra Fadnavis as he returns as Maharashtra chief minister
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5 challenges for Devendra Fadnavis as he returns as Maharashtra chief minister

Firstpost  

Fadnavis has taken oath as the next chief minister of Maharashtra alongside his two deputies, Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar. Although it seems he would not brew trouble for the alliance in the initial few months, Shinde still holds ground in the bloc as Shiv Sena is the second-largest party in the Assembly Thursday’s swearing-in ceremony will only see Fadnavis, …

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

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

Live Mint  

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

Fadnavis swearing-in: Who will get what portfolios in new Maharashtra government?
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2 weeks, 4 days 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 …

Eknath Shinde congratulates Maharashtra CM-designate Devendra Fadnavis, keeps all guessing on swearing-in | 10 points
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Eknath Shinde congratulates Maharashtra CM-designate Devendra Fadnavis, keeps all guessing on swearing-in | 10 points

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra CM swearing-in news: Maharashtra's caretaker chief minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday congratulated chief minister-designate Devendra Fadnavis on being elected as the Bharatiya Janata Party Legislative Party leader. Mahayuti alliance under the leadership of Devendra Fadanvis addressing media after meeting with the ministry list to Governor of Maharashtra CP Radakrishnan in the presence of Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde, NCP …

Maharashtra CM swearing-in: Devendra Fadnavis returns as Chief Minister today; Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar his deputies
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Maharashtra CM swearing-in: Devendra Fadnavis returns as Chief Minister today; Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar his deputies

Live Mint  

Maharashtra CM swearing-in: Devendra Fadnavis is all set to take oath as the next chief minister of Maharashtra on December 5, a day after he was elected leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s legislative party unit and staked claim to form the next government in the state. Outgoing chief minister Eknath Shinde and Nationalist Congress Party head Ajit Pawar are …

Devendra Fadnavis to take oath as Maharashtra Chief Minister today, PM to attend
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Devendra Fadnavis to take oath as Maharashtra Chief Minister today, PM to attend

India Today  

BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis will be sworn in today as the 18th Chief Minister of Maharashtra, finally ending an impasse on who would helm the top post that lasted for more than two weeks after the Mahayuti alliance secured a stunning victory in the November 20 Assembly elections in the state. The oath taking ceremony, set to take place in …

Maharashtra: How did BJP, aides convince Eknath Shinde to become Deputy CM under Fadnavis?
2 weeks, 4 days 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: …

Eknath Shinde accepts post of Maharashtra Dy CM, to take oath with Fadnavis tomorrow
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Eknath Shinde accepts post of Maharashtra Dy CM, to take oath with Fadnavis tomorrow

Firstpost  

After days of impasse, the next Maharashtra government has begun taking shape as Fadnavis, Shinde and Pawar will take oath as the chief minister and deputy chief ministers of the state Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar during a Mahayuti workers meeting, in Mumbai on July 6, 2024. Caretaker Chief Minister of …

Mahayuti stakes claim to form govt in Maharashtra, Fadnavis to take oath as CM tomorrow
2 weeks, 5 days 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
2 weeks, 5 days 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, …

Maharashtra CM News: Fadnavis stakes claim to form new govt ahead of oath-taking tomorrow; Shinde, Pawar accompany him
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Maharashtra CM News: Fadnavis stakes claim to form new govt ahead of oath-taking tomorrow; Shinde, Pawar accompany him

Live Mint  

Maharashtra CM News: Mahayuti leaders – Shiv Sena chief and caretaker chief minister Eknath Shinde, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Devendra Fadnavis and NCP chief A,jit Pawar – have staked claim to form the Maharashtra government. Party's Central Observers – Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani – were also present at the Raj Bhavan. “Eknath Shinde, …

'CM, Deputy CM Just Technical Posts, Mahayuti Leaders To Work Together': Fadnavis After Staking Claim To Form Govt
2 weeks, 5 days ago

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

ABP News  

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

Devendra Fadnavis next Maharashtra CM; to be sworn in on December 5, 2024
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Devendra Fadnavis next Maharashtra CM; to be sworn in on December 5, 2024

The Hindu  

Ending days of speculation over Maharashtra’s next Chief Minister, Governor C.P. The BJP’s core committee chose Mr. Fadnavis as its legislature party leader in the presence of the party’s central observers, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Gujarat’s former Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. United front Speaking at the Raj Bhavan after accepting Mr. Radhakrishnan’s invitation, Mr. Fadnavis downplayed the importance …

Devendra Fadnavis: 5 facts about BJP leader who is set to be Maharashtra CM again
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Devendra Fadnavis: 5 facts about BJP leader who is set to be Maharashtra CM again

Hindustan Times  

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader Devendra Fadnavis is set to take oath as the chief minister of Maharashtra on Thursday, December 5. Devendra Fadnavis was unanimously elected as Maharashtra BJP legislature party’s leader on Wednesday, paving the way for his swearing in as the chief minister for a third time. BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde and …

Breaking News: Devendra Fadnavis to Become Maharashtra's New CM, Ajit Pawar Named Deputy CM
2 weeks, 5 days 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 …

Fadnavis, Shinde to reverse roles in Maharashtra as BJP reclaims CM post; swearing-in tomorrow – Firstpost
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Fadnavis, Shinde to reverse roles in Maharashtra as BJP reclaims CM post; swearing-in tomorrow – Firstpost

Firstpost  

BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis has been named as the new Chief Minister of Maharashtra. He will take oath on Thursday at Azad Maidan along with his two deputies Devendra Fadnavis will take oath as the new Maharashtra Chief Minister on December 5, 2024. The announcement comes hours after former CM and Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde agreed to be part …

Devendra Fadnavis to be sworn in Maharashtra CM on Dec 5; decision taken in BJP core committee meeting
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Devendra Fadnavis to be sworn in Maharashtra CM on Dec 5; decision taken in BJP core committee meeting

Live Mint  

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Devendra Fadnavis is all set to be sworn in as Maharashtra's next chief minister. Fadnavis will take oath, along with two deputy chief ministers – Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar – at Azad Maidan in Mumbai December 5. Fadnavis' name was finalised at the BJP core committee meeting held in Mumbai today. Union Finance Minister Nirmala …

New CM of Maharashtra to be Announced Today, BJP Legislative Party Meeting in Session
2 weeks, 5 days ago

New CM of Maharashtra to be Announced Today, BJP Legislative Party Meeting in Session

ABP News  

In Maharashtra, the new government under the leadership of Devendra Fadnavis is set to take oath on December 5. Ahead of the event, Eknath Shinde, the outgoing caretaker Chief Minister, visited a private hospital in Mumbai for a routine check-up, where doctors treated him for throat issues, fever, and weakness. Following his discharge, BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis visited Shinde's official …

Maharashtra new Chief Minister highlights: Devendra Fadnavis set to be CM; PM Modi to attend swearing-in
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Maharashtra new Chief Minister highlights: Devendra Fadnavis set to be CM; PM Modi to attend swearing-in

The Hindu  

Radhakrishnan on Wednesday invited Chief Minister-designate Devendra Fadnavis’s BJP-led alliance to form the government on December 5, 2024. The BJP core committee had chosen former Chief Minister Fadnavis as the BJP Legislature Party Leader earlier in the day. Outgoing Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde expressed his full support for Chief Minister-designate Devendra Fadnavis, stressing on the spirit of teamwork and …

Will new Maharashtra CM be finally announced? All eyes on BJP’s crucial Mumbai meeting today
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Will new Maharashtra CM be finally announced? All eyes on BJP’s crucial Mumbai meeting today

Live Mint  

The next chief minister of Maharashtra is expected to be announced today, December 4, days after the Mahayuti scripted a landslide victory in assembly polls. The likely announcement after the Bharatiya Janata Party legislature party meeting in Mumbai will possibly end the suspense over who will succeed caretaker chief minister Eknath Shinde in Maharashtra. Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman and …

With hours left for swearing-in, suspense continues over Shinde's participation in Maharashtra govt
2 weeks, 5 days ago

With hours left for swearing-in, suspense continues over Shinde's participation in Maharashtra govt

New Indian Express  

With only a few hours left for the swearing-in of BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis and NCP leader Ajit Pawar as Maharashtra chief minister and deputy chief minister respectively, there is no clarity over whether caretaker CM Eknath Shinde will be sworn in as the other DCM. In a press conference on Wednesday, Shinde clarified that he has happily extended his …

Maharashtra: Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde meet Governor to stake claim to form govt
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Maharashtra: Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde meet Governor to stake claim to form govt

India TV News  

After being elected as the chief of BJP legislature party's chief, Devendra Fadnavis along with Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar met Maharashtra governor CP Radhakrishnan at Raj Bhawan on Wednesday. Devendra Fadnavis was on Wednesday unanimously elected as Maharashtra BJP legislature party’s leader, paving the way for his swearing in as the chief minister for a third time. At the …

Fadnavis on Maharashtra Deputy CM post for Shinde: 'Requested him that he remains with us'
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Fadnavis on Maharashtra Deputy CM post for Shinde: 'Requested him that he remains with us'

India TV News  

Maharashtra government formation: Maharashtra Chief Minister designate Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday said that he had requested Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde to remain with them in this new government. 54-year-old Fadnavis was today unanimously elected as Maharashtra BJP legislature party’s leader, paving the way for his swearing-in as the chief minister for a third time. 'Requested him that he remains …

OPINION | Maharashtra: Who Is The Boss?
2 weeks, 5 days ago

OPINION | Maharashtra: Who Is The Boss?

India TV News  

The last speed-breaker in the path of Devendra Fadnavis taking over as Chief Minister of Maharashtra was removed on Tuesday after the outgoing caretaker CM Eknath Shinde met him at his residence. It was decided that BJP would keep Home and Revenue portfolios, while Urban Affairs portfolio will be given to Shinde’s Shiv Sena and Finance to Ajit Pawar. Shinde …

Eknath Shinde ribs Ajit Pawar: Dada experienced in both morning, evening oath
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Eknath Shinde ribs Ajit Pawar: Dada experienced in both morning, evening oath

India Today  

Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar exchanged playful jabs during a press conference on Wednesday. While Shinde remained cryptic, Ajit Pawar interjected, jokingly stating that he was going to take the oath as Deputy Chief Minister. When asked whether he and Pawar would take their oaths as Devendra Fadnavis's deputies on December 5, Shinde avoided giving a direct answer, saying, "Wait …

Devendra Fadnavis oath today. Will Eknath Shinde join government?
2 weeks, 5 days 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 …

Among us, no one is big or small: Eknath Shinde on Devendra Fadnavis-led Mahayuti
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Among us, no one is big or small: Eknath Shinde on Devendra Fadnavis-led Mahayuti

India Today  

Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde on Wednesday said that the Mahayuti leaders took a joint decision on the government formation in Maharashtra. During the press conference, Shinde was asked whether he and Ajit Pawar would take oath on December 5 as Devendra Fadnavis' deputies. Eknath Shinde did not confirm whether he will take oath tomorrow and instead said, "Wait till …

Maharashtra government formation: Fadnavis, Shinde work out interim pact ahead of oath-taking
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Maharashtra government formation: Fadnavis, Shinde work out interim pact ahead of oath-taking

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The four-day standoff in Maharashtra, driven by a stubborn Eknath Shinde, has eased, paving the way for the formation of the new state government. On Tuesday, senior BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis, tipped to be the next chief minister, met caretaker chief minister and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde, and worked out an interim arrangement to faciliate formation of the …

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