The long-awaited decision on Maharashtra’s leadership has concluded as Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan invited BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis and the Mahayuti alliance to form the next government. Fadnavis, unanimously elected as the Maharashtra BJP Legislature Party leader, is set to be sworn in today, December 5, 2024, as the 18th Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
Devendra Fadnavis: Swearing-In Ceremony at Azad Maidan
The oath-taking ceremony will be held at Azad Maidan in South Mumbai at 5:30 p.m. The event is expected to be grand, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and other prominent leaders from the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance in attendance. Chief Ministers of BJP-ruled states will also be present to mark this significant political moment.
A Historic Third Term
This marks Fadnavis’s third term as Maharashtra’s Chief Minister, a milestone that underscores his leadership within the BJP and the Mahayuti alliance. His election follows the alliance’s resounding victory in the November 20 Assembly elections, ending weeks of speculation about the state’s top leadership post.
Outgoing CM Eknath Shinde Pledges Support
Outgoing Chief Minister Eknath Shinde expressed his full support for Fadnavis, emphasizing teamwork and collective decision-making. Shinde’s statement reflects the Mahayuti alliance’s focus on unity as they prepare to govern Maharashtra.
A New Chapter for Maharashtra
As Fadnavis assumes office, the state anticipates a period of stability and progress under his leadership. His third term brings both experience and expectations, with the Mahayuti alliance aiming to fulfill the promises made during the campaign.
The swearing-in today marks a pivotal moment for Maharashtra, as the state embarks on a new political chapter under Devendra Fadnavis’s leadership.
