The BJP is taking a cautious approach in selecting Maharashtra's Chief Minister, prioritising cabinet formation over immediate announcements.

The RSS, which played a crucial role in BJP's victory, also backs Fadnavis for the position. On the other hand, Shinde insists no pre-poll pact states that the party with the most seats should get the CM post automatically.

Days after the Mahayuti coalition's victory in the recent assembly elections, Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde resigned as Maharashtra Chief Minister on Tuesday,

According to a report published by Dainik Bhaskar, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, is set to become the Chief Minister of the state for the third time. A source within the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh confirmed to the news outlet that a power-sharing formula between the BJP and the Shiv Sena has been finalised.

The BJP's top leadership has reportedly approved Fadnavis' candidature, which has also received backing from alliance partners, Shiv Sena and NCP

The BJP is set to appoint Devendra Fadnavis as Maharashtra's next CM, with Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar as deputies, reports said. This follows a significant win by the Mahayuti alliance, which gained 235 of 288 assembly seats,

BJP’s top leadership on Monday approved Fadnavis’s nomination and the proposal was also endorsed by alliance partners.

The BJP's strong showing in the Maharashtra elections has sparked debate over whether Devendra Fadnavis or Eknath Shinde should be the next Chief Minister. While Shinde believes his continuation would benefit the alliance in upcoming local body elections,