Eknath Shinde
Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra since 2024 (born 1964)
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Eknath Gangubai Sambhaji Shinde is an Indian politician who is serving as the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra since December 2024 alongside Ajit Pawar. He is the chairperson of Shiv Sena since February 2023 and was the Chief Minister of Maharashtra from June 2022 to December 2024. He is also the Member of Legislative Assembly for the Kopri-Pachpakhadi constituency of Thane, Maharashtra, since 2009 and was formerly the MLA of Thane constituency from 2004 to 2009.
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![Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar Sworn In as Devendra Fadnavis' Deputies, PM Modi Extends Wishes [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241205/1395281740-Eknath-Shinde-and-Ajit-Pawar-Sworn-In-as.jpg) Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar Sworn In as Devendra Fadnavis' Deputies, PM Modi Extends Wishes Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:36Published | |
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'Will get a chance later': Ajit Pawar's message for upset MLAs after Maharashtra cabinet expansionMaharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar announced that the ruling Mahayuti alliance will rotate ministerial positions during its five-year term. This will allow legislators not currently in the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Devendra Fadnavis cabinet takes oath in Nagpur - Meet the new Maharashtra ministersThe Maharashtra Cabinet was sworn in on Sunday in Nagpur, a rare event since 1991. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, along with deputies Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, saw ministers take oath. Portfolio..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Opposition should respect the people's mandate': Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde on EVM allegationsIndiaTimes - Published | |
'Have some doubts about EVMs': Aaditya Thackeray says winning leaders of Shiv Sena UBT will not take oathShiv Sena UBT leader Aaditya Thackeray announced that his party's winning MLAs will not be sworn into the BJP-led Maharashtra government. He alleged EVM misuse during the assembly elections, expressing..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Maharashtra assembly 3-day special session begins: CM Fadnavis, dy CMs Shinde, Pawar take oathMaharashtra's three-day special assembly session commenced with the swearing-in of new MLAs. A new Speaker will be elected, setting the legislative agenda for the upcoming winter session. The BJP-led..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Was Eknath Shinde upset? Know what Devendra Fadnavis said about his deputies: Shindeji is emotional...'Here's what newly elected Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Devendra Fadnavis, revealed about his deputies - Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar.DNA - Published | |
Eknath Shinde has demanded home ministry, claims Sena MLA amid portfolio talksEknath Shinde, after being sworn in as Maharashtra's deputy chief minister, has requested the home ministry portfolio. Shiv Sena leader Bharat Gogavale stated that discussions are ongoing, and a..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Mahayuti’s win made possible by BJP & allies’ team effort: PM ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the newly sworn-in Maharashtra government, emphasizing the Mahayuti alliance's teamwork in securing a historic mandate. He highlighted the blend of experience..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Eknath Shinde kept all guessing till the last momentDevendra Fadnavis's swearing-in as Maharashtra CM was delayed due to Eknath Shinde's reluctance to be sworn in as Deputy CM. Shinde wanted assurances on portfolio allocation. After persuasion, Shinde..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'I am deputy CM now, which means dedicated to common man': Shiv Sena's Eknath ShindeDevendra Fadnavis was sworn in as Maharashtra's Chief Minister for the third time, alongside Eknath Shinde as Deputy CM. Shinde expressed his congratulations and commitment to supporting Fadnavis. The..IndiaTimes - Published | Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as Maha CM; Shinde, Ajit his deputiesDevendra Fadnavis was sworn in as Maharashtra's chief minister for the third time, alongside Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde as deputy chief ministers. The BJP secured a majority with allies Shiv Sena and..IndiaTimes - Published |
Eknath Shinde confirmed to take oath as Maharashtra Dy CM, announces Shiv Sena leader Uday SamantShiv Sena leader Uday Samant's announcement in the afternoon ended the uncertainty over Eknath Shinde's role in the new Mahayuti government.DNA - Published | 'If Eknath Shinde doesn't accept deputy CM post, no Sena MLA to be part of new government': Party leaderShiv Sena leader Uday Samant insists Eknath Shinde must become Deputy CM or no Sena MLA will participate in the new BJP-led Maharashtra government. This follows Shinde's hesitation to take the oath..IndiaTimes - Published |
Maharashtra CM Swearing-in Ceremony LIVE Updates: Fadnvais visits Shree Mumbadevi Temple ahead of oath-taking ceremonyOn Wednesday, Fadnavis, joined by Shinde and Pawar, met with state Governor CP Radhakrishnan to formally stake claim to form the government, presenting letters of support from the coalition partners.DNA - Published | Maharashtra CM Swearing-in Ceremony LIVE Updates: Devendra Fadnavis seeks blessings from his mother before oath-takingOn Wednesday, Fadnavis, joined by Shinde and Pawar, met with state Governor CP Radhakrishnan to formally stake claim to form the government, presenting letters of support from the coalition partners.DNA - Published |
Maharashtra CM Swearing-in Ceremony LIVE Updates: Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as Chief Minister for third timeOn Wednesday, Fadnavis, joined by Shinde and Pawar, met with state Governor CP Radhakrishnan to formally stake claim to form the government, presenting letters of support from the coalition partners.DNA - Published | 'Eknath Shinde era over, he has been tossed aside': Sanjay Raut ahead of Devendra Fadnavis swearing-in as Maharashtra CMShiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut declared Eknath Shinde's time as CM over, alleging the BJP used and discarded him after choosing Devendra Fadnavis for the top job. Raut accused the BJP of..IndiaTimes - Published |
Devendra Fadnavis to take oath today along with his deputies Eknath Shinde, Ajit PawarShiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde along with NCP's Ajit Pawar will take the oath as Deputy Chief Ministers in the new cabinet, sources said.DNA - Published | Maharashtra govt formation: Sena keen on home, NCP wants finance, cooperation & agricultureDevendra Fadnavis met with Eknath Shinde to finalize power-sharing in Maharashtra. Shinde agreed to be Deputy CM, pending fair portfolio allocation. Shiv Sena seeks key portfolios like Home, currently..IndiaTimes - Published |
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11-day 'Maha' political drama ends: Fadnavis to take oath as Maharashtra CM; but still no clarity on Eknath Shinde's roleAfter 11 days of political drama, Devendra Fadnavis was proposed as the next chief minister of Maharashtra by Eknath Shinde. The BJP secured a significant victory in the state assembly elections,..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Dada experienced in taking both morning, evening oaths': Eknath Shinde's cheeky dig at Ajit PawarIndiaTimes - Published |
'Will give our best to run the government', says Eknath Shinde ahead of Fadnavis's swearing-in as Maharashtra CMMaharashtra's Mahayuti alliance celebrates its 2.5-year tenure as Eknath Shinde lauds achievements ahead of Devendra Fadnavis's swearing-in as Chief Minister after BJP's Assembly election victory.DNA - Published | Devendra Fadnavis set to return as Maharashtra CM, but suspense over Eknath Shinde's role in Mahayuti 2.0IndiaTimes - Published |
Maharashra: Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar stake claim to form govt, swearing-in to be held tomorrowBJP leader Devendra Fadnavis, Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde and NCP chief Ajit Pawar on Wednesday met Governor CP Radhakrishnan to stake claim to form the Mahayuti government.DNA - Published | 'Laut kar wapis aaunga': Old video of Devendra Fadnavis now viral after Maharashtra CM announcementDevendra Fadnavis, fulfilling a 2019 promise, returns as Maharashtra BJP Legislative Party leader after a resounding Mahayuti victory. His "I will return" video resurfaced as he thanked voters and..IndiaTimes - Published |
'At Shah meeting, Shinde asked to be made CM for at least first 6 months'Eknath Shinde asked BJP to make him CM for six months if not for the full term, but BJP rejected, saying it would set a bad precedent. BJP insisted on keeping the CM post as they had a near-clear..IndiaTimes - Published | Maharashtra govt formation: Shinde agrees to be dy CM after Fadnavis calls on himIndiaTimes - Published |
Changed Mahayuti dynamics? Ajit Pawar's NCP seeks parity with Shinde's Shiv Sena citing party's strike rateIndiaTimes - Published | Eknath Shinde admitted to Thane hospital amid health concernsMaharashtra caretaker chief minister Eknath Shinde was admitted to a hospital in Thane for a full health examination, days after returning from recuperation in Satara. BJP is preparing for the..IndiaTimes - Published |
Mahayuti leaders' meeting cancelled again: Is 'sulking' Eknath Shinde delaying govt formation talksIndiaTimes - Published | 'Not in race for deputy CM': Eknath Shinde's son amid Maharashtra stalemateShrikant Shinde, son of Maharashtra caretaker CM Eknath Shinde, has denied any ambitions for a ministerial role, dispelling rumors of him becoming the deputy chief minister. Despite refusing a central..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Party could have won 90-100 seats if not for Ajit Pawar's NCP': Shinde Sena MLAShiv Sena MLA Gulabrao Patil suggested that the party could have gained more seats without Ajit Pawar's NCP in the Mahayuti alliance. Patil praised Eknath Shinde's leadership, showing no..IndiaTimes - Published | Eknath Shinde says Maharashtra CM to be decided tomorrow, assures unconditional supportShinde also highlighted unity among Mahayuti leaders, stating the current government's work over the past two and a half years will be remembered in history.DNA - Published |
'CM will be decided on Monday ... have already given unconditional support to any decision: Eknath Shinde on Maharashtra suspenseMaharashtra caretaker CM Eknath Shinde assured he is recovering well in Satara after falling ill due to an exhaustive election schedule. He confirmed his support for the party's decision on the next..IndiaTimes - Published | Maharashtra government formation: Signal to Shinde? BJP says Maharashtra government oath on December 5IndiaTimes - Published |
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Mahayuti government to take oath on December 5, PM Modi to attend: BJP's big announcementMaharashtra BJP Chief Chandrashekar Bawankule announced the Mahayuti government would be sworn in on December 5, 2024, with the event attended by PM Narendra Modi. Deliberations on the CM's identity..IndiaTimes - Published | Maharashtra CM pick: Day after Mahayuti leaders' meet, Eknath Shinde goes to his village, talks on govt pushed backCaretaker CM Eknath Shinde returns to his village amid talks of forming Maharashtra's new cabinet. BJP pushes for Devendra Fadnavis as CM, with Shinde and Ajit Pawar as possible deputies. Deliberations..IndiaTimes - Published |
No end to Maharashtra chief minister suspense: Top developmentsChief minister Eknath Shinde, deputy CMs Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar met with Amit Shah and BJP President JP Nadda. Shinde is expected to announce a significant decision within 24 hours...IndiaTimes - Published | 'Health issues' or 'big decision'? Shiv Sena leaders add to 'Maha' suspense as Shinde visits his villageIndiaTimes - Published |
Eknath Shinde to take 'very big' decision by tomorrow evening, says Shiv Sena amid suspense over CM face in MaharashtraAs the Chief Ministerial face of Maharashtra remains shrouded in mystery, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat has remarked that outgoing Chief Minister Eknath Shinde will take a "very big" decision by..DNA - Published | Shinde won't seek berth in Centre, someone else to take Maha dy CM post if he declines: Shiv SenaShiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat stated that if Eknath Shinde does not accept the deputy CM post, another party leader will take it. Discussions continue regarding the Maharashtra CM post. Shinde..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Decision will be taken in Mumbai': Shinde on Maharashtra CM post after key Mahayuti meetMaharashtra's caretaker chief minister Eknath Shinde states that the Mahayuti alliance will decide on the next chief minister in an upcoming meeting in Mumbai. Shinde confirms no issues with the chief..IndiaTimes - Published | Mahayuti partners huddle with home minister Amit Shah on Maharashtra govt contoursHome minister Amit Shah met with alliance leaders Eknath Shinde, Devendra Fadnavis, and Ajit Pawar to finalize details of the next Maharashtra government, expected to form on Dec 2. BJP plans to make..IndiaTimes - Published |
