BJP’s power play: Fadnavis confirmed as Maharashtra CM with Shinde, Pawar as deputies

Maharashtra News: Maharashtra's political landscape is set to witness a major shift as Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Deputy Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, has been confirmed as the next Chief Minister of the state. Fadnavis, a prominent figure in Maharashtra’s politics, is expected to take the oath of office tomorrow, marking a new chapter in the state’s governance.

BJP's Key Meeting Today to Finalize Maharashtra's Political Structure

As all eyes are on the BJP’s key meeting today, the suspense surrounding the allocation of portfolios in Maharashtra is likely to come to an end. The meeting is expected to address the final distribution of key positions within the newly formed government. The development follows months of speculation regarding the leadership face in Maharashtra, with BJP’s Fadnavis and Shiv Sena’s Eknath Shinde being the two contenders for the Chief Minister’s post.

Fadnavis to Lead, Shinde and Pawar Named Deputy CM

The uncertainty surrounding the Chief Minister's position in Maharashtra has now been resolved. Sources have confirmed that Devendra Fadnavis will take oath as the state’s new Chief Minister. Meanwhile, Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar are set to be appointed as the Deputy Chief Ministers of Maharashtra. This development comes after the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance, known as the Mahaytui alliance, emerged victorious in the Maharashtra Assembly elections.

Observers Arrive for Crucial Legislative Party Meeting

Adding to the political intrigue, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani have arrived in Mumbai late on Tuesday. Both have been appointed as observers for the Maharashtra Legislative Party meeting scheduled for Wednesday. Their presence signals the finalization of key decisions within the alliance, paving the way for Fadnavis's appointment and the distribution of portfolios within the new government.

All Eyes on the Oath-Taking Ceremony

As Maharashtra braces for the swearing-in ceremony, political observers and citizens alike are keenly awaiting the formal announcement of the state’s new leadership. With Devendra Fadnavis poised to take the reins, the political direction of Maharashtra is set to undergo significant changes. The coming days will reveal how the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance shapes the governance of the state moving forward.