Thrilling climax to 'Maha' politics; RSS, Ajit Pawar extend support to Fadnavis

NEW DELHI: Suspense continues in Maharashtra over selecting the new Chief Minister in the state. High-level meetings are in full flow in the state while Shiv Sena rallied behind their support for Eknath Shinde. However, the Sena members announced that they would comply with whatever final decision from Delhi.

The stakes are high for BJP's strong leader and Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis after the party won 132 seats in the state, asserting total domination over their allies. Fadnavis also has the support of RSS and Ajit Pawar. If needed, the NCP leader will pass a resolution favouring Fadnavis to be the next CM. However, it will be a blunder for the BJP to upset Eknath Shinde, who stood with the party during a crucial stage.

There are also rumours about power sharing among Fadnavis and Shinde for two and a half years each. There are also indications that Shinde was offered the post of Deputy Chief Minister and other important portfolios. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will take the final decision in consultation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Parliamentary Board. Amit Shah consulted with Fadnavis, Shinde and Ajit Pawar on Sunday.

The term of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly ends on Tuesday. According to the rules, it is pertinent for the government to be formed by Monday itself.