Mahayuti Leaders’ Delhi Meet: Maharashtra CM Decision Soon

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

1. Mahayuti leaders will meet Amit Shah in Delhi today.
2. Decision on the Maharashtra Chief Minister is pending.
3. BJP emerged as the largest party with 132 seats.
4. Eknath Shinde confirmed support for PM Modi’s decision.
5. The new CM may take oath on November 30 or December 1.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

Suspense Over CM Post Continues
The Mahayuti alliance secured a landslide victory in the Maharashtra Assembly polls, winning 230 of 288 seats. The BJP emerged as the largest party with 132 seats, followed by Shiv Sena with 57 and NCP with 41. Despite this victory, the alliance has not yet agreed on the Chief Minister.

Crucial Meeting in Delhi
Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde, and Ajit Pawar will meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah today in Delhi to finalize the leadership decision. Sources suggest that the meeting will conclude the deadlock.

Eknath Shinde’s Position
Caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde stated that he has left the decision to PM Modi and the BJP leadership. He emphasized, “We will go with whatever the leadership decides.”

Maratha Community Concerns
Reports indicate that BJP is cautious about appointing a non-Maratha CM, fearing backlash from the Maratha community. Discussions are ongoing on how to retain Maratha support if Devendra Fadnavis is chosen.

Aakhir Tak – Key Takeaways to Remember

• Mahayuti won 230 out of 288 seats.
• Devendra Fadnavis is the likely CM.
• Eknath Shinde has expressed full support for BJP’s decision.
• Final decision expected after today’s Delhi meeting.

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