Maharashtra CM Decision Nears After Election Victory and Power-Sharing Talks

The BJP-led Mahayuti coalition, which won a landslide victory in Maharashtra, is expected to announce its Chief Minister pick on December 4, with Devendra Fadnavis as the frontrunner.

The BJP-led Mahayuti coalition secured 230 of 288 seats in Maharashtra's assembly elections, with BJP winning 132 seats, Shiv Sena 57, and Ajit Pawar's NCP 41.
Caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has reportedly expressed dissatisfaction over being sidelined for the CM post, despite leading the coalition to victory.
The BJP is likely to name Devendra Fadnavis as its legislature party leader on December 4, solidifying his position as the likely next Chief Minister.
The power-sharing formula being discussed includes the BJP taking 20-22 ministerial posts, while Shiv Sena and NCP are expected to receive 12 and 9-10 posts respectively.
The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for December 5 at Mumbai's Azad Maidan, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other prominent leaders expected to attend.