Sanjay Raut, a prominent leader of the Shiv Sena (UBT), recently criticized the Mahayuti alliance’s overwhelming victory in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, referring to it as a “wonder of EVMs” (Electronic Voting Machines). His comments come amidst ongoing discussions about the leadership structure within the alliance, which includes the BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP (Ajit Pawar faction) following their electoral success.
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Raut’s Satirical Proposal
Raut proposed the creation of a ‘teen-murti’ temple featuring an EVM at its center, flanked by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. This satirical suggestion underscores his belief that crucial decisions regarding Maharashtra’s governance are being dictated from Delhi rather than locally. He stated, “All matters related to Maharashtra will be decided in Delhi… Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar will have to come to Delhi again and again to present their issues”.
Political Dynamics Post-Election
The Mahayuti alliance achieved a significant electoral victory, winning 233 out of 288 seats in the assembly elections held on November 20. The BJP emerged as the largest party with 132 seats, while Shiv Sena and NCP secured 57 and 41 seats, respectively. Despite this success, a consensus on who will assume the chief minister’s position remains unresolved even days after the results were announced.
Raut also took aim at NCP leader Ajit Pawar, remarking that he has always played a subordinate role as Deputy Chief Minister and would continue to do so. He suggested that Pawar’s recent optimism is merely a product of the electoral process rather than genuine political strength.
Ongoing Negotiations
The leadership discussions among Mahayuti leaders have been ongoing, with meetings taking place in Delhi involving key figures like Eknath Shinde, Devendra Fadnavis, and Ajit Pawar. Despite these negotiations, there has been no resolution regarding the chief ministerial post, leading to speculation about internal power dynamics within the alliance.
Ajit Pawar indicated that a new chief minister could be sworn in by November 30 or December 1, but as of now, no official announcement has been made regarding who will lead the state government.
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Conclusion
The Mahayuti alliance’s victory has set the stage for significant political maneuvering in Maharashtra. As discussions continue over leadership roles and governance strategies, Raut’s comments reflect broader concerns about local autonomy versus central control within state politics. The coming days will be crucial in determining not only who will lead Maharashtra but also how effectively the alliance can govern amidst these challenges.
