In a significant development for Maharashtra’s governance, the state cabinet was expanded on Wednesday, marking an important milestone in the coalition government led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and other senior leaders were present during the swearing-in ceremony, which saw the induction of several new ministers. Key
In a significant political event, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar were sworn in as members of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly. The oath-taking ceremony, held in the Assembly on Monday, marks an important milestone in the state’s political landscape. Key Leaders Take Oath The event
BJP MLAs convened at Vidhan Bhawan in Mumbai on Monday, intensifying discussions around the selection of Maharashtra’s Chief Minister. The meeting, held amid high political activity, comes as the BJP-led alliance faces mounting pressure to finalize the state’s leadership structure. Leadership Speculations: Shinde or Fadnavis? The speculation centers on whether Eknath
Congress leader Nana Patole has accused the Election Commission (EC) of tampering with voter data during the Maharashtra Assembly elections. Speaking at a press conference, Patole alleged irregularities in voter lists and demanded an immediate investigation into the matter. Serious Allegations Against EC Patole stated that discrepancies in the voter data have undermined
The Maharashtra Congress has announced a statewide campaign calling for the reintroduction of ballot papers in elections, citing concerns over the reliability of electronic voting machines (EVMs). The move aims to highlight perceived vulnerabilities in the current electronic voting process and advocate for greater transparency in the democratic system. Campaign Details The
The much-anticipated ₹102 crore Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) in Pune has drawn sharp criticism from citizens and experts for exacerbating, rather than alleviating, traffic woes. Aimed at Better Traffic Flow Launched with the promise of streamlining city traffic, the ITMS was designed to manage traffic signals intelligently, reduce travel time, and improve
Maharashtra’s upcoming fiscal budget may face a significant strain as poll promises made by political parties are estimated to cost over ₹35,000 crore. This surge in expenditure could have substantial implications for the state’s financial health, according to a Moneycontrol analysis. Fiscal Challenges Ahead The analysis highlights that the additional outlay stems
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has reaffirmed its decision to back Devendra Fadnavis as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, despite reported resistance from Eknath Shinde, the leader of the Shiv Sena (Shinde faction). This development has intensified the political dynamics in the state, as coalition tensions between the BJP and the Shiv Sena continue to […]
Former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray expressed disbelief at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led alliance’s overwhelming victory in the state assembly elections. Speaking to reporters, Thackeray said he was shocked by the outcome, especially given the stark contrast to the Maha Vikas Aghadi’s (MVA) strong performance in the Lok Sabha elections
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the BJP’s decisive victory in the Maharashtra assembly elections, calling it a “historic verdict” and a rejection of the opposition’s negative politics. Addressing party workers at the BJP headquarters, PM Modi emphasized that the results reflect the people’s preference for stability, development, and