Devendra Fadnavis Meets Amit Shah Amid Portfolio Talks

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

1. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi late on Wednesday.
2. The meeting was likely to discuss portfolio allocation in the newly-formed Mahayuti government.
3. Shiv Sena is unlikely to get the Home or Revenue portfolios, sources confirmed.
4. Cabinet expansion is expected by December 14.
5. Shiv Sena may induct fresh faces in its ministerial team.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

Fadnavis Meets Shah in Delhi

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis held a late-night meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi. This marked the first significant interaction between the leaders since the Mahayuti alliance took power.

Portfolio Allocation Speculations

Sources indicate that Shiv Sena will not receive the Home or Revenue portfolios. The BJP plans to retain 21-22 ministerial positions, leaving 4-5 posts vacant. Shiv Sena may secure Urban Development, a key portfolio in state governance.

Cabinet Expansion Timeline

The cabinet, which can accommodate up to 43 ministers, is expected to expand by December 14. Discussions have been prolonged due to the involvement of three coalition partners – BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP.

Shiv Sena’s Cabinet Reshuffle

Shiv Sena plans to introduce fresh faces in its cabinet lineup, replacing three previous ministers criticized for their inaccessibility. This move aims to strengthen the party’s governance credibility.

Relief Fund Leadership Change

Fadnavis has appointed Rameshwar Naik as the new head of the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund, replacing Mangesh Chivte, a close aide of former CM Eknath Shinde.

Aakhir Tak – Key Takeaways to Remember

• CM Fadnavis and Amit Shah discussed portfolio allocation in Delhi.
• Shiv Sena will not get the Home or Revenue departments.
• Cabinet expansion is anticipated by December 14.

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