Days after the Mahayuti secured a thumping majority in Maharashtra, the alliance was not able to make a consensus for the chief ministerial face yet as the BJP remained firm on Devendra Fadnavis for the top post,

Union Minister and Republican Party of India-Athawale (RPI-A) chief Ramdas Athawale on Monday claimed that Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, is poised to become the next Chief Minister of the state.

This discussion explores the next Chief Minister race in Maharashtra, focusing on candidates Narendra Fadnavis and Eknath Shinde. It reviews the BJP and Shiv Sena backing and delves into how their appointments could affect alliance dynamics and influence the BMC elections.

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,