Vikrant Shekhawat : Dec 05, 2024, 06:10 PM
Maharashtra New CM: A new chapter of power has begun in Maharashtra. Devendra Fadnavis took oath as the Chief Minister of the state for the third time. Along with him, Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde and NCP leader Ajit Pawar took oath as Deputy CM. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, members of the Union Cabinet, Chief Ministers of NDA-ruled states, prominent industrialists, film stars, and other dignitaries attended this grand swearing-in ceremony held at the historic Azad Maidan in Mumbai.Formation of power in MaharashtraThe new government was formed 11 days after the Maharashtra Assembly election results. Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan administered the oath of Chief Minister to Devendra Fadnavis. Along with this, Shiv Sena's Eknath Shinde and NCP's Ajit Pawar were sworn in as Deputy CM. The ceremony started with the national anthem and the state song of Maharashtra.Fadnavis' third inningsDevendra Fadnavis, who is an MLA from Nagpur South, took oath as Chief Minister for the third time.First time: Fadnavis became the CM of Maharashtra in 2014 and completed a full term.Second time: Was CM for a few days in 2019.Role of Deputy CM: He served as Deputy CM after the formation of the Mahayuti government in 2022.This time Fadnavis has taken over the leadership with a strong alliance, which is a symbol of political stability in the state.Role of Shinde and PawarEknath Shinde: Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde took oath as Deputy CM for the first time.He has been elected MLA for five consecutive times.Earlier in June 2023, he became the Chief Minister.Ajit Pawar: Senior NCP leader Ajit Pawar has become Deputy CM for the sixth time.He has been an MLA for 33 years and an MP once.After the oath, he greeted PM Narendra Modi.Highlights of the swearing-in ceremonyDevendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde, and Ajit Pawar came together on the stage.Eknath Shinde specially remembered Balasaheb Thackeray, PM Modi and Amit Shah.The ceremony saw a gathering of political and social personalities, indicating the strength of the Mahayuti alliance.Upcoming Cabinet ExpansionAt present, only prominent leaders have been sworn in. It is believed that the cabinet will be expanded within a week, which will include leaders of the Mahayuti's allied parties. NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal has confirmed this expansion.ConclusionThe formation of a new government in Maharashtra is an important political event. This government under the leadership of Devendra Fadnavis can pave a new path of stability and development in the state. With experienced leaders like Shinde and Ajit Pawar, this form of Mahayuti alliance raises hope to face the upcoming challenges and accelerate the development of the state.