Tue Nov 26 09:42:44 UTC 2024: ## Maharashtra CM Decision Delayed Amidst Alliance Tensions

**Mumbai, [Date]** – The announcement of Maharashtra’s next Chief Minister remains delayed following the Mahayuti alliance’s resounding victory in the recent assembly elections. Incumbent Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, facing pressure from within his own party and the BJP, has appealed to supporters not to gather outside his residence.

The Mahayuti alliance, led by the BJP, secured a landslide victory with 230 seats. However, a decision on whether Shinde or BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis will lead the government remains elusive. While Shinde’s supporters advocate for his continuation, citing his role in the alliance’s success, BJP MLAs reportedly favor Fadnavis. The BJP, which won 132 seats, has remained silent on the matter, despite reported pressure from within the party.

Shinde, in a message on X (formerly Twitter), expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support but urged his followers to refrain from assembling in his support. The delay reflects the ongoing negotiations and power dynamics within the ruling coalition, which also includes the Ajit Pawar-led NCP and Shinde’s faction of the Shiv Sena. The final decision on the chief ministership is expected to resolve the current political uncertainty.

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