Devendra Fadnavis to Take Oath as Maharashtra Chief Minister
The political landscape of Maharashtra is set to witness a familiar face at its helm as Devendra Fadnavis gears up to take the oath as Chief Minister for the third time. The oath-taking ceremony is scheduled to take place at Mumbai’s Azad Maidan, following the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) decision to back Fadnavis for the state’s top post.
A Decision Amid Speculation
The decision to nominate Fadnavis came after prolonged deliberations and days of speculation over the Chief Ministerial candidate. Following the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance’s resounding victory in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, where they secured 230 out of 288 seats, the question of leadership took center stage. BJP’s central leadership, however, confirmed Fadnavis as the leader, putting an end to the suspense.
This announcement was made during the BJP legislature party meeting, where Fadnavis received unanimous approval from the party’s MLAs. The meeting followed his visit to the Governor, accompanied by Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar, to stake the claim for forming the government.
BJP’s Political Calculations
Fadnavis’s reappointment comes as a strategic move by the BJP to consolidate its leadership in Maharashtra. The party emerged as the dominant partner in the Mahayuti alliance, winning 132 out of the 148 seats it contested. This majority gave the BJP the leverage to claim the Chief Minister’s post, despite earlier demands from the Shiv Sena, whose leader Eknath Shinde had steered the alliance during the elections.
The Shiv Sena had initially pitched for Shinde’s continuation as Chief Minister, citing his role in the alliance’s success. However, with the BJP requiring minimal support from its allies to secure a majority, the party’s stance remained firm.
Alliance Dynamics
Although Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde publicly expressed his willingness to accept any decision by the BJP leadership, tensions within the alliance were evident. Shiv Sena leaders emphasized Shinde’s contributions to the Mahayuti victory, leading to a series of public statements underscoring his role. Despite this, the BJP proceeded with its decision, backed by its commanding electoral performance.
The NCP’s reported assurance of support further bolstered the BJP’s position in the Assembly, minimizing the necessity for extensive negotiations within the alliance.
Preparations for the Grand Ceremony
As Azad Maidan prepares for the grand swearing-in ceremony, the stage is set for Fadnavis’s return to the Chief Minister’s office. The BJP has emphasized its vision for a “double-engine” government, promising accelerated development for Maharashtra.
Fadnavis’s leadership is expected to usher in a new phase of governance, with the party leveraging its robust majority to implement key policies. The BJP’s focus remains on maintaining its dominance in Maharashtra while strengthening its alliances within the Mahayuti coalition.
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