Devendra Fadnavis was sworn in as the 18th Chief Minister of Maharashtra in a grand ceremony at Mumbai's Azad Maidan. Shiv Sena's Eknath Shinde and NCP's Ajit Pawar also took oath as Deputy Chief Ministers. This marks Fadnavis's third stint as CM, making him the youngest to hold the post in the state's history. The formation of the new government comes after weeks of negotiations and political turmoil in the aftermath of the state assembly elections.
Devendra Fadnavis Sworn In as Maharashtra's 18th Chief Minister
On November 28, 2019, Devendra Fadnavis was sworn in as the 18th Chief Minister of Maharashtra in a grand ceremony at Mumbai's Azad Maidan. This marks Fadnavis's third stint as CM, making him the youngest to hold the post in the state's history. Shiv Sena's Eknath Shinde and NCP's Ajit Pawar also took oath as Deputy Chief Ministers.
Background
The formation of the new government comes after weeks of negotiations and political turmoil in the aftermath of the state assembly elections held on October 21, 2019. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which had won the highest number of seats but fell short of a majority, was initially reluctant to form an alliance with the Shiv Sena, its former ally. However, after the Shiv Sena threatened to support the NCP-Congress alliance, the BJP agreed to form a government with the support of independents and smaller parties.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. Who is Devendra Fadnavis?
Devendra Fadnavis is a politician from the BJP. He has served as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra since 2014 and is known for his pro-Hindutva views and his focus on infrastructure development.
2. Why did Fadnavis form an alliance with the Shiv Sena?
The BJP needed the support of the Shiv Sena to form a majority government in Maharashtra. The Shiv Sena had won 56 seats in the state assembly, while the BJP had won 105 seats.
3. What is the significance of Fadnavis becoming the youngest CM of Maharashtra?
Fadnavis is 49 years old, making him the youngest person to ever hold the post of Chief Minister of Maharashtra. His age is seen as a symbol of change and hope for the state.
4. What are the challenges facing Fadnavis and the new government?
The new government faces several challenges, including the state's large fiscal deficit, the rising unemployment rate, and the ongoing farmers' protests.
5. What is the long-term outlook for the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance?
The long-term outlook for the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance is uncertain. The two parties have a history of disagreement, and it is possible that they could break up in the future. However, the alliance will likely remain intact for the time being, as both parties need each other to maintain their power in Maharashtra.
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