Mumbai, December 4, 2024 — The BJP legislative party convened in Mumbai today to finalize leadership roles for Maharashtra’s newly elected government. The Mahayuti alliance, comprising the BJP, Shiv Sena (led by Eknath Shinde), and Ajit Pawar’s NCP faction, won a sweeping majority in the November assembly elections, securing 230 out of 288 seats.
Devendra Fadnavis Likely to Be Chief Minister
Former Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is the frontrunner for the top position, though the decision will officially be announced during the meeting. Reports suggest that Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar have expressed support for the BJP’s leadership choice, paving the way for Fadnavis’s likely return as Chief Minister.
The Mahayuti alliance’s power-sharing discussions are underway, with negotiations on key ministries expected to continue through the week.
Swearing-In Ceremony on December 5
The oath-taking ceremony is scheduled for December 5 at Azad Maidan, Mumbai, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several senior BJP leaders set to attend. Maharashtra BJP President Chandrashekhar Bawankule described the event as a reflection of the people’s faith in the Mahayuti alliance, which campaigned under PM Modi’s leadership.
Challenges for the Opposition
The Congress-led Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) faced a crushing defeat, with the Congress managing only 16 seats, marking one of its worst performances in the state. Sharad Pawar’s NCP (SP) and Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT) fared slightly better but remain sidelined as the Mahayuti alliance prepares to govern.
What’s Next for Maharashtra?
The BJP’s legislative party meeting is expected to finalize not only the Chief Minister but also other critical leadership roles to ensure a stable and effective government. As the countdown to the swearing-in ceremony begins, Maharashtra enters a new chapter with the Mahayuti alliance at the helm.
Source: Web Team, C6N
