Overview

• Birendra Saraf submitted his resignation to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis after nearly three years as Maharashtra’s top law officer, citing personal reasons.
• He stated he would formally tender his resignation to the Governor on September 30 to give the government time to identify a successor.
• The government has requested that he remain during a transition period, with reports variously indicating a departure by end-September, December, or January 2026.
• Saraf plans to return to private legal practice after he leaves office.
• Appointed in December 2022, the senior advocate argued major matters for the state, including challenges to legislation and other high-profile cases.