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Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde and Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis hold the first cabinet meet of the state's new Government, in Mumbai.
"I congratulate Eknath Shinde on his new responsibility. He showed the power of taking such a large number of MLAs to Guwahati. He inspired people to quit Shiv Sena. I don't know if it happened earlier. But it didn't happen without preparation" NCP supremo Sharad Pawar tweeted
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PM Modi congratulated Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis, he called him an inspiration for every BJP Karyakarta. PM Modi also emphasised how Deputy CM Fadnavis's experience and expertise will be an asset for the Government. He added that he is certain that Devendra Fadnavis will further strengthen Maharashtra’s growth trajectory.
PM Modi congratulated CM Eknath Shinde calling him a grassroots level leader. PM Modi praised CM Shinde for his rich political, legislative and administrative experience. The Prime Minister also expressed confidence in CM Shinde's ability to work towards taking Maharashtra to greater heights.
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DevendraFadnavistakes oath as the Deputy CMof Maharashtra
Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra
Eknath Shinde takes oath as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra
CM-designate Eknath Shinde arrives in Raj Bhawan for the swearing-in ceremony
Eknath Shinde will take oath as the Chief Minister of the state this evening, Devendra Fadnavis too has agreed to be a part of the Govt. At the venue of the ceremony scheduled , athird chair has been addedfor the oath-taking of BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis.
Amit Shah confirmed Devendra Fadnavis' acceptance of JP Nadda's request to be Maharashtra's Deputy CM. On the behest of BJP President Shri @JPNadda ji, Shri @Dev_Fadnavis ji has taken a big heart and decided to join the government in the interest of the state and public of Maharashtra. This decision is a sign of his true loyalty and service towards Maharashtra. For this I heartily congratulate him- Amit Shah tweeted
BJP's central leadership has decided that Devendra Fadnavis should become a part of the Govt. BJP national president JP Nadda also said that he has made a personal request to Devendra Fadnavis. The Central leadership has said that Devendra Fadnvais should take charge as the Deputy CM of Maharashtra.
