Maharashtra: Sources said if Devendra Fadnavis becomes the CM, then Eknath Shinde can become the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra. In that case, he can also have the Ministry of Urban Development or PWD.

Shiv Sena voices support for Eknath Shinde's continued leadership. Shinde's performance as caretaker Chief Minister is praised. Party members emphasize BJP's crucial role in recent election success. They pledge to accept BJP's Chief Minister decision.

Caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde all but conceded his claim for the top job on Wednesday, saying he left the decision to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, paving the way for the Bharatiya Janata Party to name its chief ministerial candidate.

Maharashtra Congress president Nana Patole on Wednesday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party's central leadership of pressuring Eknath Shinde to give up his claim on the post of the state's chief minister.

Eknath Shinde emphasized his commitment to the common people. He highlighted his work addressing public concerns. The BJP is considering Devendra Fadnavis for the next CM position. Shinde is reportedly trying to retain his role.

Eknath Shinde on Wednesday dropped enough hints to suggest the return of BJP chief minister in Maharashtra as he announced that his party Shiv Sena will support any candidate decided by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union home minister Amit Shah as the next leader of the Mahayuti.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday said he will “fully support” BJP leadership’s decision to name the next CM, adding that he won’t be a hurdle in the process

Eknath Shinde spoke to PM Modi on Tuesday. He thanked the Prime Minister and Home Minister Amit Shah for backing him

Eknath Shinde called PM Modi the head of the family. He said the BJP leadership mustn't consider him an obstacle in government formation.

Shiv Sena Chief and Maharashtra caretaker CM Eknath Shinde on Wednesday broke silence amid ongoing statement and speculations over the new Chief Minister of the state and said that he and his party will agree with the decision taken by PM Modi and BJP leadership.