The Mahayuti coalition in Maharashtra has surged to a resounding victory in the assembly elections, igniting a fierce race for the chief ministerial position. Amidst this frenzy, Eknath Shinde gathered Shiv Sena legislators at a Mumbai hotel, where he was unanimously chosen as the party leader.
Throughout the meeting, three significant proposals were passed. The first, presented by Gulabrao Patil, expressed gratitude to the electorate for their overwhelming support. Shamburaj Desai backed this motion. The second proposal, brought forth by Dada Bhuse, congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Amit Shah. The third, propelled by Uday Samant, saw Eknath Shinde as the leading figure for the party, with Pratap Sarnaik offering his endorsement. All motions carried unanimous approval.
During his address, Eknath Shinde acknowledged the trust placed by their valued sisters, asserting that they fulfilled their promises, including the discontinuation of the 1500-rupee payment and the commitment to provide 2100 rupees under the Ladki Behna scheme. Characterizing the election outcome as unexpected, he noted that everyone emerged victorious. Shinde emphasized the need to amplify their strength. Some legislators attributed their victory to Shinde's charisma, to which he responded that their work continues.
Refrain from Statements Damaging Mahayuti: Shinde
Shinde stressed the importance of steering clear of any statements that might damage the Mahayuti coalition. He commended and expressed gratitude for the efforts of the RSS. He urged newly elected legislators to maintain integrity with their constituencies and voters from day one, emphasizing active engagement in their areas rather than spending time solely in Mumbai. Acknowledging the powerful mandate, he exhorted respect and admiration for the public's support.
No Dispute Over the Chief Minister Issue
The newly elected Shiv Sena legislators have authorized Eknath Shinde to engage with ruling Mahayuti allies for forming the next government in the state. The Shiv Sena legislative assembly convened on Sunday evening, bringing newly elected representatives to Mumbai for the session. According to Shiv Sena leader Deepak Keskar, no conflict exists concerning the chief ministerial matter. He elaborated that on Saturday evening, CM Shinde held an online meeting with his party's executive committee and newly elected members, empowering them to discuss with allies and authorize the appointment of legislative party leaders, chief whips, and other officials.
Chief Minister Decision to be Made in Delhi
Shiv Sena leader Deepak Keskar indicated that the swearing-in ceremony could potentially take place at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. Party heads Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde will elect leaders from their respective parties, while the chief ministerial decision will transpire in Delhi. Keskar assured that there is no dispute over this issue.
