Nagpur: The newly expanded Maharashtra Cabinet, led by Devendra Fadnavis under the Mahayuti alliance, saw the induction of 39 members in a significant political reshuffle. This reshuffle includes 33 cabinet ministers and six ministers of state, reflecting both senior figures and newer faces. While the move aims to streamline governance, internal political dissatisfaction lingers. Key leaders like Ajit Pawar and Bhujpal have raised concerns over representation and promises left unfulfilled within the coalition.
Ajit Pawar and Bhujpal’s Concerns
Ajit Pawar’s Response:
Ajit Pawar voiced his discontent with the latest cabinet expansion, emphasizing accountability among party leaders. He stated, “Those who become ministers because of the party are also expected to contribute.” Speaking to party members in Nagpur on Sunday, Pawar further added, “Do not come to me with excuses and complaints. If you are busy with other things and cannot give the desired amount of time to the party, a decision could be taken. This applies to me as well.” His statement reflects an underlying frustration with members prioritizing personal commitments over their political responsibilities, amid the current reshuffle.
Bhujpal’s Comments:
Bhujpal expressed unhappiness with the Mahayuti alliance, citing concerns over its structure and the exclusion of certain leaders from key ministerial positions. His sentiments emphasize the challenge of managing a broad political coalition while addressing leadership promises and administrative priorities.
Full List of Maharashtra Cabinet Members
Cabinet Ministers:
- Chandrashekhar Bawankule (BJP)
- Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil (BJP)
- Hasan Mushrif (NCP)
- Chandrakant Patil (BJP)
- Girish Mahajan (BJP)
- Gulabrao Patil (Shiv Sena)
- Ganesh Naik (BJP)
- Dada Bhuse (Shiv Sena)
- Sanjay Rathod (Shiv Sena)
- Dhananjay Munde (NCP)
- Mangal Prabhat Lodha (BJP)
- Uday Samant (Shiv Sena)
- Jaykumar Rawal (BJP)
- Pankaja Munde (BJP)
- Atul Save (BJP)
- Ashok Uike (BJP)
- Shambhuraj Desai (Shiv Sena)
- Ashish Shelar (BJP)
- Dattatray Bharne (NCP)
- Aditi Tatkare (NCP)
- Shivendrasinh Raje Bhosale (BJP)
- Manikrao Kokate (NCP)
- Jaykumar Gore (BJP)
- Narhari Zirwal (NCP)
- Sanjay Savkare (BJP)
- Sanjay Shirsat (Shiv Sena)
- Pratap Sarnaik (Shiv Sena)
- Bharat Gogawale (Shiv Sena)
- Makrand Jadhav Patil (NCP)
- Nitesh Rane (BJP)
- Akash Fundkar (BJP)
- Babasaheb Patil (NCP)
- Prakash Abitkar (Shiv Sena)
Ministers of State:
- Madhuri Misal (BJP)
- Ashish Jaiswal (Shiv Sena)
- Pankaj Bhoyar (BJP)
- Meghna Bordikar (BJP)
- Indranil Naik (NCP)
- Yogesh Kadam (Shiv Sena)
The cabinet reshuffle, while addressing the alliance’s administrative priorities, has left leaders like Ajit Pawar and Bhujpal uneasy about political promises and representation within the Mahayuti coalition. The coming months will be key to assessing the stability and effectiveness of this new leadership team.
Source: Web Team, C6N