<p>Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Thursday exuded confidence that NCP, Congress, and his party <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-power-struggle-congress-ncp-say-discussions-positive-will-give-stable-govt-soon-263474">will form government in Maharashtra</a> before December 1 and once again asserted that the chief minister will be from Sena.<br />
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He also informed that three parties will collectively decide about power-sharing in Mumbai.<br />
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"The time has come, before December 1 the process of formation of the government will be over and the Chief Minister will also be decided. Till yesterday, marathon meetings of Congress-NCP were held here at the NCP Chief Sharad Pawar's residence. In the next two days we will move ahead towards government formation," said Sanjay Raut.<br />
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"The three parties will collectively decide on power-sharing in Mumbai," he added.<br />
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"The chief minister will be of Shiv Sena. People want Uddhav Thackeray to be the Chief Minister," said Raut.<br />
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A meeting of Congress and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leaders was held at NCP chief Sharad Pawar's residence on Wednesday over the government formation in Maharashtra.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: Will the political impasse in Maharashtra extend?</strong></p>

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<p>Leaders from both the parties were present including Ahmed Patel, KC Venugopal, Mallikarjun Kharge, Jairam Ramesh, Supriya Sule among others.<br />
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/sharad-pawar-meets-pm-narendra-modi-to-discuss-farmer-crisis-in-maharashtra-263410">Maharashtra came under President's Rule</a> after all the parties failed to form a government in the state.<br />
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BJP, which emerged as the single largest party, could not stake claim to form a government as its ally Shiv Sena remained firm on rotating the chief minister's post and equal sharing of Cabinet berths.<br />
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Shiv Sena parted its ways with BJP only to explore ways to form a government. It, however, failed to prove the support of the required number of MLAs in the time given by Governor BS Koshyari.<br />
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The Governor had then invited NCP, the third-largest party, to prove its ability to form the government failing which President's Rule was imposed in the state.<br />
The Shiv Sena is now in parleys with the Congress and NCP to form a government in the state.<br />
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The BJP won 105 seats in the 288-member assembly followed by Shiv Sena 56, NCP 54 and Congress 44.</p>


Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Thursday exuded confidence that NCP, Congress, and his party will form government in Maharashtra before December 1 and once again asserted that the chief minister will be from Sena.

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Thursday exuded confidence that NCP, Congress, and his party will form government in Maharashtra before December 1 and once again asserted that the chief minister will be from Sena. He also informed that three parties will collectively decide about power-sharing in Mumbai. "The time has come, before December 1 the process of formation of the government will be over and the Chief Minister will also be decided. Till yesterday, marathon meetings of Congress-NCP were held here at the NCP Chief Sharad Pawar's residence. In the next two days we will move ahead towards government formation," said Sanjay Raut. "The three parties will collectively decide on power-sharing in Mumbai," he added. "The chief minister will be of Shiv Sena. People want Uddhav Thackeray to be the Chief Minister," said Raut. A meeting of Congress and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leaders was held at NCP chief Sharad Pawar's residence on Wednesday over the government formation in Maharashtra. Watch: Will the political impasse in Maharashtra extend? Leaders from both the parties were present including Ahmed Patel, KC Venugopal, Mallikarjun Kharge, Jairam Ramesh, Supriya Sule among others. Maharashtra came under President's Rule after all the parties failed to form a government in the state. BJP, which emerged as the single largest party, could not stake claim to form a government as its ally Shiv Sena remained firm on rotating the chief minister's post and equal sharing of Cabinet berths. Shiv Sena parted its ways with BJP only to explore ways to form a government. It, however, failed to prove the support of the required number of MLAs in the time given by Governor BS Koshyari. The Governor had then invited NCP, the third-largest party, to prove its ability to form the government failing which President's Rule was imposed in the state. The Shiv Sena is now in parleys with the Congress and NCP to form a government in the state. The BJP won 105 seats in the 288-member assembly followed by Shiv Sena 56, NCP 54 and Congress 44.

Congress-NCP-Shiv Sena triad to form Maharashtra government before December 1: Sanjay Raut

<p>Congress Legislative Party"&gt;Congress Legislative Party meeting will be held on Friday at Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan, to elect their legislative party leader.</p>

<p>Modalities have been finalised on the formation of the government in Maharashtra between the Congress, Shiv Sena and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and all the three parties have, in principle, agreed upon ministerial berths according to their strength in the assembly, sources said on Thursday.</p>

<p>The Common Minimum Programme (CMP) between Congress and NCP has been sealed and will be discussed with the Shiv Sena in Mumbai on Friday, sources added.</p>

<p>Earlier today, the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting was held at party interim president Sonia Gandhi's 10 Janpath residence. Several senior leaders including Malikarjun Kharge, Ahmed Patel, AK Antony and Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury had attended the meeting.</p>

<p>Maharashtra came under President's Rule on November 12 after all the parties failed to form a government in the state. The BJP, which emerged as the single largest party, could not stake claim to form a government as its ally Shiv Sena remained firm on rotating the Chief Minister's post and equal sharing of Cabinet berths.</p>

<p>Shiv Sena parted its ways with BJP to explore ways to form a government. It, however, failed to prove the support of the required number of MLAs in the time given by Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari.</p>

<p>The Governor had then invited NCP, the third-largest party, to prove its ability to form the government failing which President's Rule was imposed in the state.</p>

<p>The Shiv Sena is now holding talks with the Congress and NCP to form a government in Maharashtra.</p>

<p>The BJP won 105 seats in the 288-member assembly followed by Shiv Sena 56, NCP 54 and Congress 44.&nbsp;</p>


Congress Legislative Party">Congress Legislative Party meeting will be held on Friday at Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan, to elect their legislative party leader. Modalities have been finalised on the formation of the government in Maharashtra between the Congress, Shiv Sena and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and all the three parties have, in principle, agreed upon ministerial berths according to their strength in the assembly, sources said on Thursday.

Congress Legislative Party">Congress Legislative Party meeting will be held on Friday at Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan, to elect their legislative party leader. Modalities have been finalised on the formation of the government in Maharashtra between the Congress, Shiv Sena and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and all the three parties have, in principle, agreed upon ministerial berths according to their strength in the assembly, sources said on Thursday. The Common Minimum Programme (CMP) between Congress and NCP has been sealed and will be discussed with the Shiv Sena in Mumbai on Friday, sources added. Earlier today, the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting was held at party interim president Sonia Gandhi's 10 Janpath residence. Several senior leaders including Malikarjun Kharge, Ahmed Patel, AK Antony and Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury had attended the meeting. Maharashtra came under President's Rule on November 12 after all the parties failed to form a government in the state. The BJP, which emerged as the single largest party, could not stake claim to form a government as its ally Shiv Sena remained firm on rotating the Chief Minister's post and equal sharing of Cabinet berths. Shiv Sena parted its ways with BJP to explore ways to form a government. It, however, failed to prove the support of the required number of MLAs in the time given by Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari. The Governor had then invited NCP, the third-largest party, to prove its ability to form the government failing which President's Rule was imposed in the state. The Shiv Sena is now holding talks with the Congress and NCP to form a government in Maharashtra. The BJP won 105 seats in the 288-member assembly followed by Shiv Sena 56, NCP 54 and Congress 44.

Maharashtra: Congress Legislative Party meeting to be held on Friday

<p>Modalities have been finalised on the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/congress-ncp-shiv-sena-triad-to-form-maharashtra-government-before-december-1-sanjay-raut-263537">formation of the government in Maharashtra</a> between the Congress, Shiv Sena and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and all the three parties have, in principle, agreed upon ministerial berths according to their strength in the assembly, sources said on Thursday.</p>

<p>The Common Minimum Programme (CMP) between Congress and NCP has been sealed and will be discussed with the Shiv Sena in Mumbai on Friday, sources added.<br />
Currently, Congress and NCP, sources said, are discussing the possible names to be inducted in ministerial berths.</p>

<p>The name of the alliance is expected to be finalised in today's meeting between Congress and NCP leaders. The convener of the alliance is also slated to be finalised by Friday in Mumbai, they added.</p>

<p>Earlier today, the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting was held at party interim president Sonia Gandhi's 10 Janpath residence. Several senior leaders including Malikarjun Kharge, Ahmed Patel, AK Antony and Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury had attended the meeting.</p>

<p>"We have apprised the CWC members of the latest political situation in Maharashtra. Today, Congress-NCP discussion will continue. I think, tomorrow, we will probably have a decision in Mumbai," Congress leader KC Venugopal told reporters after the CWC meet.</p>

<p>On Wednesday, Congress leaders including Ahmed Patel, Jairam Ramesh and Mallikarjun Kharge had briefed party interim president Sonia Gandhi about their meeting with NCP chief Sharad Pawar. After briefing Gandhi, the three Congress leaders again returned to Pawar's residence.</p>

<p>Sources said that during the course of Wednesday's meetings, the Congress and NCP leaders also held talks with Shiv Sena leadership over the phone and got a positive response.</p>

<p>They also added that as part of the coalition government, a sharing formula of 2.5 years each between the Shiv Sena and NCP for the chief minister seat has been approved while Congress will be given the deputy chief minister's seat.</p>

<p>Maharashtra came under President's Rule on November 12 after all the parties failed to form a government in the state. The BJP, which emerged as the single largest party, could not stake claim to form a government as its ally Shiv Sena remained firm on rotating the Chief Minister's post and equal sharing of Cabinet berths.</p>

<p>Shiv Sena parted its ways with BJP to explore ways to form a government. It, however, failed to prove the support of the required number of MLAs in the time given by Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari.</p>

<p>The Governor had then invited NCP, the third-largest party, to prove its ability to form the government failing which President's Rule was imposed in the state.<br />
The Shiv Sena is now holding talks with the Congress and NCP to form a government in Maharashtra.</p>

<p>The BJP won 105 seats in the 288-member assembly followed by Shiv Sena 56, NCP 54 and Congress 44.&nbsp;</p>


Modalities have been finalised on the formation of the government in Maharashtra between the Congress, Shiv Sena and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and all the three parties have, in principle, agreed upon ministerial berths according to their strength in the assembly, sources said on Thursday.

Modalities have been finalised on the formation of the government in Maharashtra between the Congress, Shiv Sena and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and all the three parties have, in principle, agreed upon ministerial berths according to their strength in the assembly, sources said on Thursday. The Common Minimum Programme (CMP) between Congress and NCP has been sealed and will be discussed with the Shiv Sena in Mumbai on Friday, sources added. Currently, Congress and NCP, sources said, are discussing the possible names to be inducted in ministerial berths. The name of the alliance is expected to be finalised in today's meeting between Congress and NCP leaders. The convener of the alliance is also slated to be finalised by Friday in Mumbai, they added. Earlier today, the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting was held at party interim president Sonia Gandhi's 10 Janpath residence. Several senior leaders including Malikarjun Kharge, Ahmed Patel, AK Antony and Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury had attended the meeting. "We have apprised the CWC members of the latest political situation in Maharashtra. Today, Congress-NCP discussion will continue. I think, tomorrow, we will probably have a decision in Mumbai," Congress leader KC Venugopal told reporters after the CWC meet. On Wednesday, Congress leaders including Ahmed Patel, Jairam Ramesh and Mallikarjun Kharge had briefed party interim president Sonia Gandhi about their meeting with NCP chief Sharad Pawar. After briefing Gandhi, the three Congress leaders again returned to Pawar's residence. Sources said that during the course of Wednesday's meetings, the Congress and NCP leaders also held talks with Shiv Sena leadership over the phone and got a positive response. They also added that as part of the coalition government, a sharing formula of 2.5 years each between the Shiv Sena and NCP for the chief minister seat has been approved while Congress will be given the deputy chief minister's seat. Maharashtra came under President's Rule on November 12 after all the parties failed to form a government in the state. The BJP, which emerged as the single largest party, could not stake claim to form a government as its ally Shiv Sena remained firm on rotating the Chief Minister's post and equal sharing of Cabinet berths. Shiv Sena parted its ways with BJP to explore ways to form a government. It, however, failed to prove the support of the required number of MLAs in the time given by Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari. The Governor had then invited NCP, the third-largest party, to prove its ability to form the government failing which President's Rule was imposed in the state. The Shiv Sena is now holding talks with the Congress and NCP to form a government in Maharashtra. The BJP won 105 seats in the 288-member assembly followed by Shiv Sena 56, NCP 54 and Congress 44.

Modalities over Maharashtra government formation in final stages between Congress, NCP and Shiv Sena

<p>At a time when speculations are rife that NCP may <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/congress-shiv-sena-coming-together-in-maharashtra-for-greed-of-power-haryana-minister-anil-vij-262618">cobble together an alliance</a> with BJP to form government in Maharashtra, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut exuded confidence that a government will be formed in Maharashtra by the first week of December and its Chief Minister will be from Shiv Sena.</p>

<p>He also said that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/strong-and-stable-government-will-be-formed-in-maharashtra-soon-sanjay-raut-263098">uncertainty over government</a> formation will be over by noon on Thursday.</p>

<p>"The government will be formed in Maharashtra by the first week of December and its Chief Minister will be from Shiv Sena," said Sanjay Raut.</p>

<p>"All the obstructions which were there in the last 10-15 days, regarding the formation of government in Maharashtra, are not there anymore. You will get to know by noon tomorrow that all the obstructions are gone. The picture will be clear by tomorrow afternoon," he said.</p>

<p>Amid political uncertainty in Maharashtra, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/sharad-pawar-will-discuss-maharashtra-farmers-issues-with-pm-modi-today-263275">Sharad Pawar will meet Prime Minister </a>Narendra Modi on Wednesday in Parliament over the issue of Maharashtra farmers. The meeting will be held at noon.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-political-crisis-top-leaders-of-ncp-and-congress-to-meet-in-new-delhi-today-263293">meeting of Congress and NCP leaders</a> is scheduled to be held on Wednesday evening in the national capital. NCP leaders including party chief Sharad Pawar, Praful Patel and Ajit Pawar, and Congress leaders Ahmed Patel, Mallikarjun Kharge, Prithviraj Chavan and Ashok Chavan amongst others will be present at the meeting.</p>

<p>On Monday, Sharad Pawar met Congress interim president Sonia Gandhi at the latter's residence here. However, the NCP leader said that they did not talk about government formation in Maharashtra.</p>


At a time when speculations are rife that NCP may cobble together an alliance with BJP to form government in Maharashtra, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut exuded confidence that a government will be formed in Maharashtra by the first week of December and its Chief Minister will be from Shiv Sena.

At a time when speculations are rife that NCP may cobble together an alliance with BJP to form government in Maharashtra, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut exuded confidence that a government will be formed in Maharashtra by the first week of December and its Chief Minister will be from Shiv Sena. He also said that uncertainty over government formation will be over by noon on Thursday. "The government will be formed in Maharashtra by the first week of December and its Chief Minister will be from Shiv Sena," said Sanjay Raut. "All the obstructions which were there in the last 10-15 days, regarding the formation of government in Maharashtra, are not there anymore. You will get to know by noon tomorrow that all the obstructions are gone. The picture will be clear by tomorrow afternoon," he said. Amid political uncertainty in Maharashtra, Sharad Pawar will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday in Parliament over the issue of Maharashtra farmers. The meeting will be held at noon. Meanwhile, a meeting of Congress and NCP leaders is scheduled to be held on Wednesday evening in the national capital. NCP leaders including party chief Sharad Pawar, Praful Patel and Ajit Pawar, and Congress leaders Ahmed Patel, Mallikarjun Kharge, Prithviraj Chavan and Ashok Chavan amongst others will be present at the meeting. On Monday, Sharad Pawar met Congress interim president Sonia Gandhi at the latter's residence here. However, the NCP leader said that they did not talk about government formation in Maharashtra.

Government will be formed in Maharashtra with Shiv Sena CM by first week of December: Sanjay Raut

<p>A meeting between the top leaders of NCP and Congress will be held on Wednesday to discuss the ongoing political crisis in Maharashtra.<br />
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/meeting-of-congress-ncp-leaders-tomorrow-in-delhi-263226">The meeting</a> will take place at the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/sharad-pawar-will-discuss-maharashtra-farmers-issues-with-pm-modi-today-263275">Sharad Pawar's</a> residence at Janpath in the national capital at 5 pm.<br />
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Speaking to ANI, NCP chief spokesperson Nawab Malik said, "Today, there is a meeting of the Congress and NCP leaders at 6 Janpath in Sharad Pawar's residence."<br />
In that meeting, leaders of both the parties from Maharashtra and Delhi will discuss the current political situation in Maharashtra.<br />
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"There is a presidential rule in Maharashtra. People and farmers are suffering. The administration has&nbsp;collapsed. There should be an alternative government. There is a meeting between the two parties to find a solution," he said.<br />
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Speaking about the plan of NCP, Congress and Shiv Sena to form government in Maharashtra, Malik said, "When Sena and BJP have taken a decision not to form the government, three parties have to come together to form the government. We have to take everyone into confidence before making a decision. A process is underway. Without Sena, there cannot be an alternative government."<br />
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Maharashtra came under President's Rule after all the parties failed to form a government in the state.</p>

<p>BJP, which emerged as the single largest party, could not stake claim to form a government as its ally Shiv Sena remained firm on rotating the Chief Minister's post and equal sharing of Cabinet berths.</p>

<p>Shiv Sena parted its ways with BJP only to explore ways to form a government. It, however, failed to prove the support of the required number of MLAs in the time given by Governor BS Koshyari.</p>

<p>The Governor had then invited NCP, the third-largest party, to prove its ability to form the government failing which President's Rule was imposed in the state on Tuesday.</p>

<p>The Shiv Sena is now in parley&nbsp;with the Congress and NCP to form a government in the state.</p>

<p>The BJP won 105 seats in the 288-member assembly followed by Shiv Sena 56, NCP 54 and Congress 44.</p>


A meeting between the top leaders of NCP and Congress will be held on Wednesday to discuss the ongoing political crisis in Maharashtra. The meeting will take place at the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar's residence at Janpath in the national capital at 5 pm.

A meeting between the top leaders of NCP and Congress will be held on Wednesday to discuss the ongoing political crisis in Maharashtra. The meeting will take place at the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar's residence at Janpath in the national capital at 5 pm. Speaking to ANI, NCP chief spokesperson Nawab Malik said, "Today, there is a meeting of the Congress and NCP leaders at 6 Janpath in Sharad Pawar's residence." In that meeting, leaders of both the parties from Maharashtra and Delhi will discuss the current political situation in Maharashtra. "There is a presidential rule in Maharashtra. People and farmers are suffering. The administration has collapsed. There should be an alternative government. There is a meeting between the two parties to find a solution," he said. Speaking about the plan of NCP, Congress and Shiv Sena to form government in Maharashtra, Malik said, "When Sena and BJP have taken a decision not to form the government, three parties have to come together to form the government. We have to take everyone into confidence before making a decision. A process is underway. Without Sena, there cannot be an alternative government." Maharashtra came under President's Rule after all the parties failed to form a government in the state. BJP, which emerged as the single largest party, could not stake claim to form a government as its ally Shiv Sena remained firm on rotating the Chief Minister's post and equal sharing of Cabinet berths. Shiv Sena parted its ways with BJP only to explore ways to form a government. It, however, failed to prove the support of the required number of MLAs in the time given by Governor BS Koshyari. The Governor had then invited NCP, the third-largest party, to prove its ability to form the government failing which President's Rule was imposed in the state on Tuesday. The Shiv Sena is now in parley with the Congress and NCP to form a government in the state. The BJP won 105 seats in the 288-member assembly followed by Shiv Sena 56, NCP 54 and Congress 44.

Maharashtra political crisis: Top leaders of NCP and Congress to meet in New Delhi today

<p>The Congress and NCP will able to give a "stable" government to Maharashtra, senior Congress leader said on Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Addressing a press conference, former CM Prithviraj Chavan said that both <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-political-crisis-top-leaders-of-ncp-and-congress-to-meet-in-new-delhi-today-263293">Congress and NCP </a>had long and "positive" discussions today, adding that they will soon form a stable government in Maharashtra.</p>

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<p>It should be noted that Shiv Sena, Congress and NCP have to come together in order to bring enough numbers to form government in the state. Maharashtra is currently under <a href="http://13.235.153.162/india-news/maharashtra-placed-under-presidents-rule-after-parties-fail-to-claim-power-261610">President's rule </a>as both BJP and Shiv Sena were not able to form government in the deadline allotted to them.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Wednesday, senior Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said that the whole of Maharashtra desires that Uddhav Thackeray becomes the CM.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"When three parties form a government, the process becomes long. This process has started today. In coming two-five days, a government will be formed in Maharashtra," Raut said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Senior Congress leaders Ahmed Patel, Mallikarjun Kharge and KC Venugopal also briefed the party's interim chief Sonia Gandhi regarding the meeting with NCP.</p>

<p>Earlier on Wednesday, NCP chief <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/sharad-pawar-meets-pm-narendra-modi-to-discuss-farmer-crisis-in-maharashtra-263410">Sharad Pawar met PM Narendra Modi</a>, leading to reports of new political arithmetic in Maharashtra. PM Modi also praised NCP on Tuesday during his address in the Rajya Sabha (Upper House).&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, NCP spokesperson Nawab Malik late on Wednesday&nbsp;said that both Congress and NCP have decided to form an "alternative" government in Maharashtra. He also added that this "alternative" will not be possible without Shiv Sena, NCP, Congress joining hands.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Last week, all three parties drafted a common minimum programme (CMP) to form government in the state. Senior leaders of NCP and Congress are continuing discussions over finalising the CMP.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, traditional allies BJP and Shiv Sena had formed an alliance for the Assembly elections in Maharashtra. However, after the results were declared on October 24, both parties had a fallout over the power-sharing agreement. BJP denies Shiv Sena's claims of 50:50 agreement where both parties will have its CM for 2.5 years.</p>

<p>BJP won the maximum number of seats (105) in recently held elections in the state. Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress claimed 56, 54 and 44 seats respectively. &nbsp;A majority of 145 seats are required in order to form government in Maharastra.&nbsp;<br />
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The Congress and NCP will able to give a "stable" government to Maharashtra, senior Congress leader said on Wednesday. Addressing a press conference, former CM Prithviraj Chavan said that both Congress and NCP had long and "positive" discussions today, adding that they will soon form a stable government in Maharashtra.

The Congress and NCP will able to give a "stable" government to Maharashtra, senior Congress leader said on Wednesday. Addressing a press conference, former CM Prithviraj Chavan said that both Congress and NCP had long and "positive" discussions today, adding that they will soon form a stable government in Maharashtra. Prithviraj Chavan, Congress on Maharashtra govt formation: Congress-NCP has had long and positive discussions today. Discussions will continue; I am sure we will be able to give a stable govt to Maharashtra very soon. pic.twitter.com/148KbFDhs0 — ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2019 × It should be noted that Shiv Sena, Congress and NCP have to come together in order to bring enough numbers to form government in the state. Maharashtra is currently under President's rule as both BJP and Shiv Sena were not able to form government in the deadline allotted to them. On Wednesday, senior Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said that the whole of Maharashtra desires that Uddhav Thackeray becomes the CM. "When three parties form a government, the process becomes long. This process has started today. In coming two-five days, a government will be formed in Maharashtra," Raut said. Sanjay Raut, Shiv Sena: Shiv Sena ka mukhyamantri banna chahiye yeh Maharashtra ki janta ki ichha hai. Yeh rajya ki bhavna hai ki Uddhav Thackeray Ji netritv karen. https://t.co/LiYgmedGft — ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2019 × Senior Congress leaders Ahmed Patel, Mallikarjun Kharge and KC Venugopal also briefed the party's interim chief Sonia Gandhi regarding the meeting with NCP. Earlier on Wednesday, NCP chief Sharad Pawar met PM Narendra Modi, leading to reports of new political arithmetic in Maharashtra. PM Modi also praised NCP on Tuesday during his address in the Rajya Sabha (Upper House). However, NCP spokesperson Nawab Malik late on Wednesday said that both Congress and NCP have decided to form an "alternative" government in Maharashtra. He also added that this "alternative" will not be possible without Shiv Sena, NCP, Congress joining hands. Nawab Malik: Congress-NCP together decided that we must give an alternate govt in Maharashtra. It is not possible without NCP-Congress-Shiv Sena coming together. We are trying our best to resolve all issues. We will provide alternate govt as soon as possible. https://t.co/51osLVVtDA pic.twitter.com/TXG0npr5nM — ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2019 × Last week, all three parties drafted a common minimum programme (CMP) to form government in the state. Senior leaders of NCP and Congress are continuing discussions over finalising the CMP. Earlier, traditional allies BJP and Shiv Sena had formed an alliance for the Assembly elections in Maharashtra. However, after the results were declared on October 24, both parties had a fallout over the power-sharing agreement. BJP denies Shiv Sena's claims of 50:50 agreement where both parties will have its CM for 2.5 years. BJP won the maximum number of seats (105) in recently held elections in the state. Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress claimed 56, 54 and 44 seats respectively. A majority of 145 seats are required in order to form government in Maharastra.

Maharashtra power struggle: Congress, NCP say discussions 'positive', will give 'stable' govt soon

<p>Amidst the power struggle in Maharashtra, NCP chief Sharad Pawar met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday to discuss the farmer crisis in the state.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Due to the prevalence of Presidential Rule in the state, your urgent intervention is highly necessitated. I shall be grateful if you take immediate steps to initiate massive relief measures and ameliorate the miseries of the distressed farmers" Pawar wrote in a letter to the prime minister.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Interestingly, NCP is in talks with Shiv Sena and Congress regarding the government formation in Maharashtra. However, new political scenario might create in <a href="http://13.235.153.162/india-news/maharashtra-political-crisis-top-leaders-of-ncp-and-congress-to-meet-in-new-delhi-today-263293">Maharashtra</a> with Pawar-Modi meet. The government in Maharashtra can also be formed if NCP and BJP come together.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I have collected data on crop damage from two districts, but damage because of excessive rains extends to rest of Maharashtra, including Marathwada and Vidarbha. I am collecting details and information regarding the same, which should be sent to you at the earliest," Pawar added.</p>

<p>Farmers have not yet received any loan waiver and in the wake of recent damage, the current farm loans should also be waived, Pawar wrote. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier on Monday, PM Modi praised NCP and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) for following the parliamentary norms in a address to the Rajya Sabha (Upper House). The prime minister also added that his own party should learn from them. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Pawar also met Congress chief <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/sharad-pawar-arrives-in-delhi-to-meet-sonia-gandhi-on-maharashtra-government-formation-262859">Sonia Gandhi </a>on Monday at her residence in Delhi but denied any talks regarding government formation in the state. Both Congress and NCP leaders will meet on Wednesday in the national capital regarding the common minimum programme (CMP) prepared by three parties<br />
including the Shiv Sena to form government in the state.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, Shiv Sena and BJP, who came together for elections in Maharashtra, had a fallout over power sharing agreement in the state. Shiv Sena claims that both parties agreed upon a 50:50 power sharing deal in which chief ministers from both the parties will hold office for a period of 2.5 years. However, BJP denies this claim.</p>

<p>In the Maharashtra Assembly elections that were concluded on October 21, BJP won the maximum number of seats 105. &nbsp;Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress won 56, 54 and 44 seats respectively. A majority of 144 seats is required to form government in the state.&nbsp;</p>


Amidst the power struggle in Maharashtra, NCP chief Sharad Pawar met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday to discuss the farmer crisis in the state. "Due to the prevalence of Presidential Rule in the state, your urgent intervention is highly necessitated.

Amidst the power struggle in Maharashtra, NCP chief Sharad Pawar met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday to discuss the farmer crisis in the state. "Due to the prevalence of Presidential Rule in the state, your urgent intervention is highly necessitated. I shall be grateful if you take immediate steps to initiate massive relief measures and ameliorate the miseries of the distressed farmers" Pawar wrote in a letter to the prime minister. Interestingly, NCP is in talks with Shiv Sena and Congress regarding the government formation in Maharashtra. However, new political scenario might create in Maharashtra with Pawar-Modi meet. The government in Maharashtra can also be formed if NCP and BJP come together. "I have collected data on crop damage from two districts, but damage because of excessive rains extends to rest of Maharashtra, including Marathwada and Vidarbha. I am collecting details and information regarding the same, which should be sent to you at the earliest," Pawar added. Farmers have not yet received any loan waiver and in the wake of recent damage, the current farm loans should also be waived, Pawar wrote. Earlier on Monday, PM Modi praised NCP and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) for following the parliamentary norms in a address to the Rajya Sabha (Upper House). The prime minister also added that his own party should learn from them. Pawar also met Congress chief Sonia Gandhi on Monday at her residence in Delhi but denied any talks regarding government formation in the state. Both Congress and NCP leaders will meet on Wednesday in the national capital regarding the common minimum programme (CMP) prepared by three parties including the Shiv Sena to form government in the state. Earlier, Shiv Sena and BJP, who came together for elections in Maharashtra, had a fallout over power sharing agreement in the state. Shiv Sena claims that both parties agreed upon a 50:50 power sharing deal in which chief ministers from both the parties will hold office for a period of 2.5 years. However, BJP denies this claim. In the Maharashtra Assembly elections that were concluded on October 21, BJP won the maximum number of seats 105. Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress won 56, 54 and 44 seats respectively. A majority of 144 seats is required to form government in the state.

Sharad Pawar meets PM Narendra Modi to discuss farmer crisis in Maharashtra

<p>The meeting between leaders of Congress and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) that was scheduled to be held today, has been postponed to Wednesday, due to former prime minister Indira Gandhi's 102nd birth anniversary, NCP leader Nawab Malik said on Tuesday.</p>

<p>"Yesterday, Congress interim president <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/sharad-pawar-arrives-in-delhi-to-meet-sonia-gandhi-on-maharashtra-government-formation-262859">Sonia Gandhi and NCP chief</a> Sharad Pawar held a meeting. It was decided earlier that leaders from both parties will have a meeting later. That meeting was to be held today. But, today's meeting between the leaders of the two parties has been postponed till tomorrow afternoon as Congress leaders are busy in different programmes due to Indira Gandhi Ji's birth anniversary," Malik told ANI.</p>

<p>On Monday, Pawar had met Gandhi at her residence in New Delhi amid the impasse in Maharashtra over government formation.</p>

<p>Later, Pawar told reporters that he did not discuss anything about the government formation during his meeting with Gandhi and only briefed her about the current political situation in the state.</p>

<p>Giving a new twist to the emerging political scene in Maharashtra, Pawar on Monday said that the path of NCP and Congress is different from that of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/shiv-sena-hits-out-at-bjp-for-making-its-mps-sit-in-opposition-in-parliament-263090">BJP and Shiv Sena</a>'s.</p>

<p>Pawar's comments came in the backdrop of Maharashtra coming under the President's Rule last week after all the parties failed to form a government in the state.</p>

<p>BJP, which emerged as the single largest party with 105 seats in the 288-member assembly, could not stake claim to form a government as its ally Shiv Sena, that bagged 56 seats, remained firm on rotating the Chief Minister's post and equal sharing of Cabinet berths.</p>

<p>Shiv Sena parted ways with BJP to explore ways to form a government. It, however, failed to prove the support of the required number of MLAs in the time given by Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari.</p>

<p>The Governor had then invited NCP, the third-largest party, to prove its ability to form the government, failing which the President's Rule was imposed in the state on November 12.</p>

<p>The NCP won 54 seats while its ally Congress garnered 44 in last month's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/haryana-maharashtra-assembly-polls-bjp-becomes-a-victim-of-its-own-expectations-258258">assembly election</a>.</p>


The meeting between leaders of Congress and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) that was scheduled to be held today, has been postponed to Wednesday, due to former prime minister Indira Gandhi's 102nd birth anniversary, NCP leader Nawab Malik said on Tuesday.

The meeting between leaders of Congress and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) that was scheduled to be held today, has been postponed to Wednesday, due to former prime minister Indira Gandhi's 102nd birth anniversary, NCP leader Nawab Malik said on Tuesday. "Yesterday, Congress interim president Sonia Gandhi and NCP chief Sharad Pawar held a meeting. It was decided earlier that leaders from both parties will have a meeting later. That meeting was to be held today. But, today's meeting between the leaders of the two parties has been postponed till tomorrow afternoon as Congress leaders are busy in different programmes due to Indira Gandhi Ji's birth anniversary," Malik told ANI. On Monday, Pawar had met Gandhi at her residence in New Delhi amid the impasse in Maharashtra over government formation. Later, Pawar told reporters that he did not discuss anything about the government formation during his meeting with Gandhi and only briefed her about the current political situation in the state. Giving a new twist to the emerging political scene in Maharashtra, Pawar on Monday said that the path of NCP and Congress is different from that of BJP and Shiv Sena's. Pawar's comments came in the backdrop of Maharashtra coming under the President's Rule last week after all the parties failed to form a government in the state. BJP, which emerged as the single largest party with 105 seats in the 288-member assembly, could not stake claim to form a government as its ally Shiv Sena, that bagged 56 seats, remained firm on rotating the Chief Minister's post and equal sharing of Cabinet berths. Shiv Sena parted ways with BJP to explore ways to form a government. It, however, failed to prove the support of the required number of MLAs in the time given by Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari. The Governor had then invited NCP, the third-largest party, to prove its ability to form the government, failing which the President's Rule was imposed in the state on November 12. The NCP won 54 seats while its ally Congress garnered 44 in last month's assembly election.

NCP-Congress meeting postponed, to be held tomorrow: Nawab Malik

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-cm-will-be-from-shiv-sena-says-senior-ncp-leader-262295">Nationalist Congress Party (NCP)</a> chief Sharad Pawar arrived in Delhi today to hold a meeting with Congress Interim President Sonia Gandhi to discuss the prospects of government formation in Maharashtra.</p>

<p>"There is a meeting today," said Pawar when asked about his meeting with Congress Interim President Sonia Gandhi.</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, NCP leader Nawab Malik had stated that the two leaders will meet 4 pm and things will speed up towards the formation of a government in Maharashtra the meeting.</p>

<p>After the Sharad-Sonia meeting, leaders of Congress and NCP will sit down together on Tuesday to discuss the government formation in the state, Malik had said.</p>

<p>The NCP held a core committee meeting at party chief Sharad Pawar's residence in Pune on Sunday. Maharashtra NCP chief Jayant Patil and Legislative Party leader Ajit Pawar were among the prominent leaders present at the meeting.</p>

<p>"The core committee arrived at the conclusion that President's Rule should end in Maharashtra and an alternate government should be formed at the earliest," Malik had said.</p>

<p>Maharashtra came under <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-placed-under-presidents-rule-after-parties-fail-to-claim-power-261610">President's Rule</a> earlier this week after all the parties failed to form a government in the state.<br />
BJP, which emerged as the single largest party, could not stake claim to form a government as its ally Shiv Sena remained firm on rotating the Chief</p>

<p>Minister's post and equal sharing of Cabinet berths.</p>

<p>Shiv Sena parted its ways with BJP only to explore ways to form a government. It, however, failed to prove the support of the required number of MLAs in the time given by Governor BS Koshyari.</p>

<p>The Governor had then invited NCP, the third-largest party, to prove its ability to form the government failing which the President's Rule was imposed in the state on Tuesday.</p>

<p>The Shiv Sena is now in parleys with the Congress and NCP to form a government in the state.</p>

<p>The BJP won 105 seats in the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/haryana-maharashtra-assembly-polls-bjp-becomes-a-victim-of-its-own-expectations-258258">288-member assembly</a> followed by Shiv Sena 56, NCP 54 and Congress 44.</p>


Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar arrived in Delhi today to hold a meeting with Congress Interim President Sonia Gandhi to discuss the prospects of government formation in Maharashtra.

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar arrived in Delhi today to hold a meeting with Congress Interim President Sonia Gandhi to discuss the prospects of government formation in Maharashtra. "There is a meeting today," said Pawar when asked about his meeting with Congress Interim President Sonia Gandhi. Earlier in the day, NCP leader Nawab Malik had stated that the two leaders will meet 4 pm and things will speed up towards the formation of a government in Maharashtra the meeting. After the Sharad-Sonia meeting, leaders of Congress and NCP will sit down together on Tuesday to discuss the government formation in the state, Malik had said. The NCP held a core committee meeting at party chief Sharad Pawar's residence in Pune on Sunday. Maharashtra NCP chief Jayant Patil and Legislative Party leader Ajit Pawar were among the prominent leaders present at the meeting. "The core committee arrived at the conclusion that President's Rule should end in Maharashtra and an alternate government should be formed at the earliest," Malik had said. Maharashtra came under President's Rule earlier this week after all the parties failed to form a government in the state. BJP, which emerged as the single largest party, could not stake claim to form a government as its ally Shiv Sena remained firm on rotating the Chief Minister's post and equal sharing of Cabinet berths. Shiv Sena parted its ways with BJP only to explore ways to form a government. It, however, failed to prove the support of the required number of MLAs in the time given by Governor BS Koshyari. The Governor had then invited NCP, the third-largest party, to prove its ability to form the government failing which the President's Rule was imposed in the state on Tuesday. The Shiv Sena is now in parleys with the Congress and NCP to form a government in the state. The BJP won 105 seats in the 288-member assembly followed by Shiv Sena 56, NCP 54 and Congress 44.

Sharad Pawar arrives in Delhi to meet Sonia Gandhi on Maharashtra govt formation

<p>Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said here on Thursday that whosoever forms government in Maharashtra, the developmental projects and policies rolled by the previous regime would not be interrupted.</p>

<p>"I feel that there will be no difference. In Indian experience, in our democracy, the governments are changed but there is no problem with the projects and they continue," said Nitin Gadkari.</p>

<p>"I don't know which government will come. Any government whether NCP, Congress, BJP or Shiv Sena they will support the positive policies, the development policies and the big projects," he added.</p>

<p>When asked about the prospects of government formation in Maharashtra, Gadkari said that anything can happen as he drew parallels with cricket and politics. "Anything can happen in cricket and politics. Sometimes you feel you are losing the match, but the result is exactly the opposite. Also, I have just arrived from Delhi, I don't know the detailed politics of Maharashtra,&nbsp;he said."</p>

<p>Leaders of NCP, Congress and Shiv Sena, who are having talks to form a non-BJP government in Maharashtra, have prepared a draft Common Minimum Programme (CMP) which will now be sent to senior leaderships of three parties.</p>

<p>BJP, which emerged the single-largest party with 105 seats in 288-member assembly, expressed its inability to form the government after logjam with Shiv Sean which insisted on an equal share of power and the post of Chief Minister for half-term. The state <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-placed-under-presidents-rule-after-parties-fail-to-claim-power-261610">Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari </a>later gave time to both Shiv Sena and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-power-tussle-ncp-says-in-no-hurry-will-decide-on-supporting-shiv-sena-261653">NCP</a>&nbsp;which also expressed their inability to form the government within the given time-frame.&nbsp;</p>


Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said here on Thursday that whosoever forms government in Maharashtra, the developmental projects and policies rolled by the previous regime would not be interrupted.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said here on Thursday that whosoever forms government in Maharashtra, the developmental projects and policies rolled by the previous regime would not be interrupted. "I feel that there will be no difference. In Indian experience, in our democracy, the governments are changed but there is no problem with the projects and they continue," said Nitin Gadkari. "I don't know which government will come. Any government whether NCP, Congress, BJP or Shiv Sena they will support the positive policies, the development policies and the big projects," he added. When asked about the prospects of government formation in Maharashtra, Gadkari said that anything can happen as he drew parallels with cricket and politics. "Anything can happen in cricket and politics. Sometimes you feel you are losing the match, but the result is exactly the opposite. Also, I have just arrived from Delhi, I don't know the detailed politics of Maharashtra, he said." Leaders of NCP, Congress and Shiv Sena, who are having talks to form a non-BJP government in Maharashtra, have prepared a draft Common Minimum Programme (CMP) which will now be sent to senior leaderships of three parties. BJP, which emerged the single-largest party with 105 seats in 288-member assembly, expressed its inability to form the government after logjam with Shiv Sean which insisted on an equal share of power and the post of Chief Minister for half-term. The state Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari later gave time to both Shiv Sena and NCP which also expressed their inability to form the government within the given time-frame.

Whichever group forms govt in Maharashtra, developmental work will continue: Nitin Gadkari

<p>Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Thursday said that his party wants to rule Maharashtra for the next 25 years.</p>

<p>''We want to rule Maharashtra for 25 years and you are talking about five years,'' Shiv Sena leader was quoted as saying when asked&nbsp;whether the party is eyeing the post of chief ministership for 2.5 or 5 years.</p>

<p>He also said that Shiv Sena, Congress and NCP have finalised the draft of the Common Minimum Programme in the interests of the people of the state after several consultations over the last 48 hours.</p>

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<p>Three weeks after election results were announced on October 24, the new government is likely to be formed in Maharahstra soon.&nbsp;NCP leader Sharad Pawar on Friday said that the process to form government in the state has begun and it would run for full 5 years.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, NCP leader Nawab Malik said that the CM will be from Shiv Sena. "Shiv Sena has been insulted, so it is our responsibility to fight for their self-respect", Malik added.</p>

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<p>On November 12, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-placed-under-presidents-rule-after-parties-fail-to-claim-power-261610">President's rule </a>was implemented in Maharashtra after BJP, Shiv Sena and NCP failed to form government in the time period allotted to them.</p>

<p>In the Assembly elections that were held on October 21 in Maharashtra, BJP won the maximum number of seats 105. Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress won 56, 54 and 44 seats respectively. A majority of 144 seats is required to form government in Maharashtra.&nbsp;</p>

<p>(<em>with inputs from agencies</em>)</p>


Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Thursday said that his party wants to rule Maharashtra for the next 25 years. ''We want to rule Maharashtra for 25 years and you are talking about five years,'' Shiv Sena leader was quoted as saying when asked whether the party is eyeing the post of chief ministership for 2.

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Thursday said that his party wants to rule Maharashtra for the next 25 years. ''We want to rule Maharashtra for 25 years and you are talking about five years,'' Shiv Sena leader was quoted as saying when asked whether the party is eyeing the post of chief ministership for 2.5 or 5 years. He also said that Shiv Sena, Congress and NCP have finalised the draft of the Common Minimum Programme in the interests of the people of the state after several consultations over the last 48 hours. Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on being asked 'if Shiv Sena CM will be for 5 years or CM will be for 2.5 years each from NCP and Shiv Sena?': Hum toh chahte hain aane wale 25 saal tak Shiv Sena ka CM rahe, aap 5 saal ki baat kyun karte ho. pic.twitter.com/ZH69LUDoTG — ANI (@ANI) November 15, 2019 × Three weeks after election results were announced on October 24, the new government is likely to be formed in Maharahstra soon. NCP leader Sharad Pawar on Friday said that the process to form government in the state has begun and it would run for full 5 years. Meanwhile, NCP leader Nawab Malik said that the CM will be from Shiv Sena. "Shiv Sena has been insulted, so it is our responsibility to fight for their self-respect", Malik added. Nawab Malik, NCP: Sawaal baar-baar poocha ja raha hai ki Shiv Sena ka CM hoga kya?CM ke post ko leke hi Shiv Sena-BJP ke beech mein vivaad hua, toh nishchit roop se CM Shiv Sena ka hoga. Shiv Sena ko apmanit kiya gaya hai, unka swabhimaan banaye rakhna hamari zimmedari banti hai. pic.twitter.com/qHiVoFoRlR — ANI (@ANI) November 15, 2019 × On November 12, President's rule was implemented in Maharashtra after BJP, Shiv Sena and NCP failed to form government in the time period allotted to them. In the Assembly elections that were held on October 21 in Maharashtra, BJP won the maximum number of seats 105. Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress won 56, 54 and 44 seats respectively. A majority of 144 seats is required to form government in Maharashtra. (with inputs from agencies)

'We want to rule Maharashtra for 25 years,' says Sanjay Raut as Shiv Sena closes in on deal with Congress, NCP

<p>As talks are going on between Shiv Sena, Congress and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) to form a non-BJP government in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/we-want-a-cm-from-shiv-sena-for-25-years-sanjay-raut-on-maharashtra-power-struggle-262273">Maharashtra</a>, NCP leader Nawab Malik said that the chief minister will be from Shiv Sena only.</p>

<p>"Sawaal baar-baar poocha ja raha hai ki Shiv Sena ka CM hoga kya?CM ke post ko leke hi Shiv Sena-BJP ke beech mein vivaad hua, toh nishchit roop se CM Shiv Sena ka hoga. Shiv Sena ko apmanit kiya gaya hai, unka swabhimaan banaye rakhna hamari zimmedari banti hai. (Question is being asked continuously whether the Chief Minister will be from Shiv Sena? Differences came up between Shiv Sena and BJP due to the Chief Minister's post, so definitely Chief Minister will be from Shiv Sena. Shiv Sena has been insulted, it is our responsibility to maintain their self-respect)," Malik told ANI here.</p>

<p>Malik said that the leaders of Shiv Sena, Congress and NCP have finalized its draft of the Common Minimum Programme and the said draft has already been sent to the top leadership of all three political parties and now it is under their consideration." Soon there will be a decision on it," Malik said.</p>

<p>"Our Common Minimum Programme basically includes the issue of farmers, loan waiver, Job creation to youngsters etc," he added.</p>

<p>Malik said that looking at the current farmers'&nbsp;issues in Maharashtra, the parties are of the view of forming a "stable government as soon as possible."</p>

<p>Asked about former chief minister Devendra Fadnavis's&nbsp;comment that there is no alternative than BJP in Maharashtra to form the government, Malik said, "Devendra Fadnavis is now a former chief minister and he is reacting like a lost General of the Army who is falsely encouraging his Army to fight in the battlefield. There is no chance of BJP forming government in the state because BJP doesn't have the required number to form the government."</p>

<p>On Thursday, leaders from Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress held a meeting to finalise its draft of Common Minimum Programme.</p>

<p>Maharashtra came under President's Rule after no party was able to show numbers to form a government after the assembly polls. The BJP and Shiv Sena, who fought the polls together, got an absolute majority but could not form a government due to differences over power-sharing.BJP, which emerged the single-largest party with 105 seats in 288-member assembly, expressed its inability to form the government. The state Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari later asked Shiv Sena and NCP about their intent and ability to form the government. Both parties sought more time. NCP and Congress fought the elections in an alliance.&nbsp;</p>


As talks are going on between Shiv Sena, Congress and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) to form a non-BJP government in Maharashtra, NCP leader Nawab Malik said that the chief minister will be from Shiv Sena only.

As talks are going on between Shiv Sena, Congress and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) to form a non-BJP government in Maharashtra, NCP leader Nawab Malik said that the chief minister will be from Shiv Sena only. "Sawaal baar-baar poocha ja raha hai ki Shiv Sena ka CM hoga kya?CM ke post ko leke hi Shiv Sena-BJP ke beech mein vivaad hua, toh nishchit roop se CM Shiv Sena ka hoga. Shiv Sena ko apmanit kiya gaya hai, unka swabhimaan banaye rakhna hamari zimmedari banti hai. (Question is being asked continuously whether the Chief Minister will be from Shiv Sena? Differences came up between Shiv Sena and BJP due to the Chief Minister's post, so definitely Chief Minister will be from Shiv Sena. Shiv Sena has been insulted, it is our responsibility to maintain their self-respect)," Malik told ANI here. Malik said that the leaders of Shiv Sena, Congress and NCP have finalized its draft of the Common Minimum Programme and the said draft has already been sent to the top leadership of all three political parties and now it is under their consideration." Soon there will be a decision on it," Malik said. "Our Common Minimum Programme basically includes the issue of farmers, loan waiver, Job creation to youngsters etc," he added. Malik said that looking at the current farmers' issues in Maharashtra, the parties are of the view of forming a "stable government as soon as possible." Asked about former chief minister Devendra Fadnavis's comment that there is no alternative than BJP in Maharashtra to form the government, Malik said, "Devendra Fadnavis is now a former chief minister and he is reacting like a lost General of the Army who is falsely encouraging his Army to fight in the battlefield. There is no chance of BJP forming government in the state because BJP doesn't have the required number to form the government." On Thursday, leaders from Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress held a meeting to finalise its draft of Common Minimum Programme. Maharashtra came under President's Rule after no party was able to show numbers to form a government after the assembly polls. The BJP and Shiv Sena, who fought the polls together, got an absolute majority but could not form a government due to differences over power-sharing.BJP, which emerged the single-largest party with 105 seats in 288-member assembly, expressed its inability to form the government. The state Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari later asked Shiv Sena and NCP about their intent and ability to form the government. Both parties sought more time. NCP and Congress fought the elections in an alliance.

Maharashtra CM will be from Shiv Sena, says senior NCP leader

<p>Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on Tuesday said that although the party has been with the Bharatiya Janata Party for many years, this time around "it has to go with Congress-NCP".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We'll hold further talks with both of them," Thackeray told media today.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Thackeray stated that his party needed more time to prove support to be able to form the government in Maharashtra but the same was not granted by the Governor.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Yesterday we formally requested Congress-NCP for their support to form the government. We needed 48 hours, but the Governor didn't give us time," he said.</p>

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<p>Thackeray-led Shiv Sena has filed a petition in Supreme Court challenging Maharashtra Governor's decision to not extend the time given to the party to prove their ability to form the government. Advocate Sunil Fernandez filed the plea for Shiv Sena.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, top brass of the Nationalist Congress Party on Tuesday <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-power-tussle-ncp-says-in-no-hurry-will-decide-on-supporting-shiv-sena-261653">held talks with senior Congress leaders</a> in Mumbai on the ongoing impasse over government formation in Maharashtra.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>NCP chief, Sharad Pawar, told media that the party is in no hurry and will further discuss with Congress on the move to support Shiv Sena to form the government in Maharashtra.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"We are in no hurry. We will hold discussions with Congress and then take a decision (to support Shiv Sena)," Pawar said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, Maharashtra was placed under the President's Rule after political parties like the BJP, the Shiv Sena and the NCP failed to claim power in the state.</p>


Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on Tuesday said that although the party has been with the Bharatiya Janata Party for many years, this time around "it has to go with Congress-NCP".

Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on Tuesday said that although the party has been with the Bharatiya Janata Party for many years, this time around "it has to go with Congress-NCP". "We'll hold further talks with both of them," Thackeray told media today. Thackeray stated that his party needed more time to prove support to be able to form the government in Maharashtra but the same was not granted by the Governor. "Yesterday we formally requested Congress-NCP for their support to form the government. We needed 48 hours, but the Governor didn't give us time," he said. Uddhav Thackeray, Shiv Sena: BJP-Shiv Sena were together for many yrs but now Shiv Sena has to go with Congress-NCP. We'll hold further talks with both of them. I would like to thank Arvind Sawant, many people have lust for ministerial post but he isn't like that. Proud of him. pic.twitter.com/oxCKaPRUYR — ANI (@ANI) November 12, 2019 × Thackeray-led Shiv Sena has filed a petition in Supreme Court challenging Maharashtra Governor's decision to not extend the time given to the party to prove their ability to form the government. Advocate Sunil Fernandez filed the plea for Shiv Sena. Meanwhile, top brass of the Nationalist Congress Party on Tuesday held talks with senior Congress leaders in Mumbai on the ongoing impasse over government formation in Maharashtra. Uddhav Thackeray, Shiv Sena chief: Yesterday we formally requested Congress-NCP for their support to form the government. We needed 48 hours, but the Governor didn't give us time. #Maharashtra https://t.co/2XL0YRallL — ANI (@ANI) November 12, 2019 × NCP chief, Sharad Pawar, told media that the party is in no hurry and will further discuss with Congress on the move to support Shiv Sena to form the government in Maharashtra. #WATCH Mumbai: Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray reacts to a question 'Is the BJP option completely finished?'. Says, "Why are you in such a hurry? It's politics. 6 months time has been given (President's Rule). I didn't finish the BJP option, it was BJP itself which did that..." pic.twitter.com/3pew41hMuF — ANI (@ANI) November 12, 2019 × "We are in no hurry. We will hold discussions with Congress and then take a decision (to support Shiv Sena)," Pawar said. Earlier in the day, Maharashtra was placed under the President's Rule after political parties like the BJP, the Shiv Sena and the NCP failed to claim power in the state.

Will hold further talks with Congress, NCP: Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray

<p>Top brass of the Nationalist Congress Party on Tuesday held talks with senior Congress leaders in Mumbai on the ongoing impasse over government formation in Maharashtra.&nbsp;</p>

<p>NCP chief, Sharad Pawar, told media that the party is in no hurry and will further discuss with Congress on the move to support Shiv Sena to form the government in Maharashtra.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We are in no hurry. We will hold discussions with Congress and then take a decision (to support Shiv Sena)," Pawar said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Senior Congress leader Ahmed Patel said, "We will hold discussions with Shiv Sena after we hold discussions with our ally". Patel also expressed dissatisfaction over the imposition of President's Rule in Maharashtra.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Patel also condemned the fact that Congress did not get an invite from the Governor to form the government when Shiv Sena, the BJP and the NCP did.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, Maharashtra was placed under the President's Rule after political parties like the BJP, the Shiv Sena and the NCP failed to claim power in the state.</p>

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<p>Spokesperson, Ministry of Home Affairs stated that the Maharashtra Governor was of the view that the imposition of President's Rule was better in a situation where none of the political parties are been able to form the government.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Maharashtra Governor was of the view that it has been 15 days since the conclusion of electoral process and none of the political parties are in the position to form a government in the state; President's Rule is a better option," the spokesperson said as reported by news agency ANI.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The move comes after Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari recommended President’s Rule in the state and sent a report to the Centre earlier in the day.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Maharashtra Governor Koshyari had given time to the NCP till 8.30pm today to prove that it has the numbers after the Shiv Sena on Monday failed to get letters of support before the deadline set by the Governor who rejected its plea for three more days to do so.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena has filed a petition in Supreme Court challenging Maharashtra Governor's decision to not extend the time given to the party to prove their ability to form the government. Advocate Sunil Fernandez filed the plea for Shiv Sena.</p>

<p>Shiv Sena said that the matter could be posted before the court tomorrow for urgent hearing. "Fresh/second petition challenging the imposition of President's Rule is being readied. The decision on when to file it will be taken tomorrow," Fernandes said.&nbsp;</p>

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Top brass of the Nationalist Congress Party on Tuesday held talks with senior Congress leaders in Mumbai on the ongoing impasse over government formation in Maharashtra.

Top brass of the Nationalist Congress Party on Tuesday held talks with senior Congress leaders in Mumbai on the ongoing impasse over government formation in Maharashtra. NCP chief, Sharad Pawar, told media that the party is in no hurry and will further discuss with Congress on the move to support Shiv Sena to form the government in Maharashtra. "We are in no hurry. We will hold discussions with Congress and then take a decision (to support Shiv Sena)," Pawar said. NCP Chief Sharad Pawar: We are in no hurry. We will hold discussions with Congress and then take a decision (to support Shiv Sena). #MaharashtraGovtFormation pic.twitter.com/MYYYgEpKv0 — ANI (@ANI) November 12, 2019 × Senior Congress leader Ahmed Patel said, "We will hold discussions with Shiv Sena after we hold discussions with our ally". Patel also expressed dissatisfaction over the imposition of President's Rule in Maharashtra. Patel also condemned the fact that Congress did not get an invite from the Governor to form the government when Shiv Sena, the BJP and the NCP did. Earlier in the day, Maharashtra was placed under the President's Rule after political parties like the BJP, the Shiv Sena and the NCP failed to claim power in the state. Congress leader Ahmed Patel: We will hold discussions with Shiv Sena after we hold discussions with our ally. #Mumbai https://t.co/0A6z2ohYwm — ANI (@ANI) November 12, 2019 × Spokesperson, Ministry of Home Affairs stated that the Maharashtra Governor was of the view that the imposition of President's Rule was better in a situation where none of the political parties are been able to form the government. "Maharashtra Governor was of the view that it has been 15 days since the conclusion of electoral process and none of the political parties are in the position to form a government in the state; President's Rule is a better option," the spokesperson said as reported by news agency ANI. Shiv Sena's lawyer Sunil Fernandes says, "SC registry has said they may mention the matter tomorrow before the court, for urgent hearing. Fresh/second petition challenging the imposition of President's Rule is being readied. The decision on when to file it will be taken tomorrow" https://t.co/iezTlar2jy — ANI (@ANI) November 12, 2019 × The move comes after Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari recommended President’s Rule in the state and sent a report to the Centre earlier in the day. Maharashtra Governor Koshyari had given time to the NCP till 8.30pm today to prove that it has the numbers after the Shiv Sena on Monday failed to get letters of support before the deadline set by the Governor who rejected its plea for three more days to do so. Meanwhile, Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena has filed a petition in Supreme Court challenging Maharashtra Governor's decision to not extend the time given to the party to prove their ability to form the government. Advocate Sunil Fernandez filed the plea for Shiv Sena. Shiv Sena said that the matter could be posted before the court tomorrow for urgent hearing. "Fresh/second petition challenging the imposition of President's Rule is being readied. The decision on when to file it will be taken tomorrow," Fernandes said. (With inputs from ANI)

Maharashtra power tussle: NCP says, 'in no hurry, will decide on supporting Shiv Sena'

<p>Maharashtra has been placed under the President's Rule after political parties like the BJP, the Shiv Sena and the NCP <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-governor-recommends-presidents-rule-in-state-report-261565">failed to claim power in the state</a>. President Ram Nath Kovind has given his approval for the same, news agency ANI reported.</p>

<p>Spokesperson, Ministry of Home Affairs stated that the Maharashtra Governor was of the view that the imposition of President's Rule was better in a situation where none of the political parties are been able to form the government.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Maharashtra Governor was of the view that it has been 15 days since the conclusion of electoral process and none of the political parties are in the position to form a government in the state; President's Rule is a better option," the spokesperson said as reported by news agency ANI.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The move comes after Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari recommended President’s Rule in the state and sent a report to the Centre earlier in the day.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Maharashtra Governor Koshyari had given time to the NCP till 8.30pm today to prove that it has the numbers after the Shiv Sena on Monday failed to get letters of support before the deadline set by the Governor who rejected its plea for three more days to do so.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena has filed a petition in Supreme Court challenging Maharashtra Governor's decision to not extend the time given to the party to prove their ability to form the government. Advocate Sunil Fernandez has filed the plea for Shiv Sena.</p>

<p>After BJP, which gained 105 seats in the Assembly polls, failed to form the government, Shiv Sena was asked to form the government. Shiv Sena asked the governor two-days to for submitting 'requisite' letters of support from other political parties. However, the governor refused. Following which, the governor asked NCP to form the government.</p>

<p>The NCP has 54 MLAs while its alliance partner Congress has 44. If Shiv Sena, which had 56 legislators, gets the support of NCP and Congress, it will easily cross the majority mark of 145 in the 288-member Maharashtra Assembly.&nbsp;</p>

<p>NCP leaders, today evening, met with senior Congress leaders in Mumbai. A decision on government formation is likely after the meeting concludes, Nationalist Congress Party leader Nawab Malik said.&nbsp;</p>


Maharashtra has been placed under the President's Rule after political parties like the BJP, the Shiv Sena and the NCP failed to claim power in the state. President Ram Nath Kovind has given his approval for the same, news agency ANI reported.

Maharashtra has been placed under the President's Rule after political parties like the BJP, the Shiv Sena and the NCP failed to claim power in the state. President Ram Nath Kovind has given his approval for the same, news agency ANI reported. Spokesperson, Ministry of Home Affairs stated that the Maharashtra Governor was of the view that the imposition of President's Rule was better in a situation where none of the political parties are been able to form the government. "Maharashtra Governor was of the view that it has been 15 days since the conclusion of electoral process and none of the political parties are in the position to form a government in the state; President's Rule is a better option," the spokesperson said as reported by news agency ANI. President's Rule imposed in the state of #Maharashtra, after the approval of President Ram Nath Kovind. pic.twitter.com/tR3qW4xYbR — ANI (@ANI) November 12, 2019 × The move comes after Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari recommended President’s Rule in the state and sent a report to the Centre earlier in the day. Maharashtra Governor Koshyari had given time to the NCP till 8.30pm today to prove that it has the numbers after the Shiv Sena on Monday failed to get letters of support before the deadline set by the Governor who rejected its plea for three more days to do so. Meanwhile, Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena has filed a petition in Supreme Court challenging Maharashtra Governor's decision to not extend the time given to the party to prove their ability to form the government. Advocate Sunil Fernandez has filed the plea for Shiv Sena. After BJP, which gained 105 seats in the Assembly polls, failed to form the government, Shiv Sena was asked to form the government. Shiv Sena asked the governor two-days to for submitting 'requisite' letters of support from other political parties. However, the governor refused. Following which, the governor asked NCP to form the government. The NCP has 54 MLAs while its alliance partner Congress has 44. If Shiv Sena, which had 56 legislators, gets the support of NCP and Congress, it will easily cross the majority mark of 145 in the 288-member Maharashtra Assembly. NCP leaders, today evening, met with senior Congress leaders in Mumbai. A decision on government formation is likely after the meeting concludes, Nationalist Congress Party leader Nawab Malik said.

Maharashtra placed under President's rule after parties fail to claim power

<p>Senior Congress leaders Ahmed Patel, Mallikarjun Kharge and KC Venugopal meet party chief Sharad Pawar in Mumbai on Tuesday.</p>

<p>A decision to form the government will be taken after the meeting concludes.</p>

<p>Addressing a press conference, NCP leader Nawab Malik&nbsp;said Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari called NCP leaders to stake claim on Monday and gave time till 8:30 pm on Tuesday.</p>

<p>"Senior Congress leaders Ahmed Patel, Mallikarjun Kharge and KC Venugopal are coming to Mumbai and will meet Pawar at 5 pm. The decision will be taken after their discussion."</p>

<p>"The party believes that it is not possible to form an alternative government without the coming together of the three parties (Congress, NCP, Shiv Sena). If the three do not come together, there cannot be a stable government in Maharashtra," he said.</p>

<p>Malik said all 54 MLAs of the party attended the party meeting on Tuesday.</p>

<p>"It has been decided that looking at the uncertainty in the state, we will empower Sharad Pawarji to take a decision on alternative government. A committee will be formed for the same which will be led by Sharad Pawar," he added.</p>

<p>The NCP has 54 MLAs in the state assembly while the Congress has 44.</p>

<p>BJP, which emerged as the single-largest party in Maharashtra assembly polls with 105 seats, declined to form the government following differences with Shiv Sena on sharing power. The majority mark in the 288-member Maharashtra assembly is 145.&nbsp;<br />
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Senior Congress leaders Ahmed Patel, Mallikarjun Kharge and KC Venugopal meet party chief Sharad Pawar in Mumbai on Tuesday. A decision to form the government will be taken after the meeting concludes.

Senior Congress leaders Ahmed Patel, Mallikarjun Kharge and KC Venugopal meet party chief Sharad Pawar in Mumbai on Tuesday. A decision to form the government will be taken after the meeting concludes. Addressing a press conference, NCP leader Nawab Malik said Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari called NCP leaders to stake claim on Monday and gave time till 8:30 pm on Tuesday. "Senior Congress leaders Ahmed Patel, Mallikarjun Kharge and KC Venugopal are coming to Mumbai and will meet Pawar at 5 pm. The decision will be taken after their discussion." "The party believes that it is not possible to form an alternative government without the coming together of the three parties (Congress, NCP, Shiv Sena). If the three do not come together, there cannot be a stable government in Maharashtra," he said. Malik said all 54 MLAs of the party attended the party meeting on Tuesday. "It has been decided that looking at the uncertainty in the state, we will empower Sharad Pawarji to take a decision on alternative government. A committee will be formed for the same which will be led by Sharad Pawar," he added. The NCP has 54 MLAs in the state assembly while the Congress has 44. BJP, which emerged as the single-largest party in Maharashtra assembly polls with 105 seats, declined to form the government following differences with Shiv Sena on sharing power. The majority mark in the 288-member Maharashtra assembly is 145.

Maharashtra: Congress leaders meet Sharad Pawar to discuss government formation

Maharashtra governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari recommends President's rule in state: Sources. Watch video to know more.

Maharashtra governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari recommends President's rule in state: Sources

<p>Governor of Maharashtra Bhagat Singh Koshiyari on Monday invited the third-largest party Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) to stake claim to form government after Shiv Sena failed to submit letter of support.</p>

<p>Earlier, Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari met a delegation of Shiv Sena which expressed willingness to form a government in the state but he declined the party's request for a three-day extension for submitting 'requisite' letters of support from other political parties.</p>

<p>In a press conference Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray&nbsp;had said that his party's willingness to form the government in Maharashtra was conveyed to Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari.</p>

<p>"We told the Governor that we are willing to form the government. We asked for at least two days but we were not given the time," Thackeray told media persons after meeting the Governor.</p>

<p>The majority mark in Maharashtra is 145.</p>

<p>The Shiv Sena, Congress and the NCP together will have a total strength of 154 seats in the state assembly. Which is well over the majority figure.</p>

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Governor of Maharashtra Bhagat Singh Koshiyari on Monday invited the third-largest party Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) to stake claim to form government after Shiv Sena failed to submit letter of support.

Governor of Maharashtra Bhagat Singh Koshiyari on Monday invited the third-largest party Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) to stake claim to form government after Shiv Sena failed to submit letter of support. Earlier, Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari met a delegation of Shiv Sena which expressed willingness to form a government in the state but he declined the party's request for a three-day extension for submitting 'requisite' letters of support from other political parties. In a press conference Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray had said that his party's willingness to form the government in Maharashtra was conveyed to Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari. "We told the Governor that we are willing to form the government. We asked for at least two days but we were not given the time," Thackeray told media persons after meeting the Governor. The majority mark in Maharashtra is 145. The Shiv Sena, Congress and the NCP together will have a total strength of 154 seats in the state assembly. Which is well over the majority figure. (With inputs from agencies)

Maharashtra Government formation: Governor Bhagat Singh Koshiyari invites NCP to stake claim

According to Sources, In Maharashtra, the National Congress Party has supported Shiv Sena to form the government but Congress asks for more time from the governor and mentions the need for more talks with NCP. Watch this video to find out more in detail.

NCP lend its support to Shiv Sena, Congress asks for more time

According to Sources, In Maharashtra, the National Congress Party has supported Shiv Sena with Congress & the stake has been claimed to form the government as well to the Governor. Watch this video to find out more in detail.

Sources: NCP supported Shiv Sena with Congress in Maharashtra, stake claimed to form govt

<p>After days of political bickering, there seems to be some headway to the political stalemate in the western state of Maharashtra.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Congress and NCP have decided to lend support to Shiv Sena and will soon give it a letter of support.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Worli MP Aaditya Thackeray reached the Raj Bhavan along with a Shiv Sena delegation and met Governor Bhagat Singh Koshiyari.</p>

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<p>According to sources, Shiv Sena's Udhav Thackeray will stake a claim as the chief minister while Ajit Pawar of the NCP will be the deputy chief minister of the state.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Shiv Sena's MP Arvind Sawant has announced his resignation as a minister in prime minister Narendra Modi's government.</p>

<p>Ahead of the NCP meet, party supremo Sharad Pawar said that any decision regarding government formation will only be made after discussion with ally congress.</p>

<p>The Shiv Sena was on Sunday invited by Maharashtra governor to form the government in the state after the BJP said it would not stake claim to power.</p>

<p>The political deadlock had emerged after BJP alliance partner Shiv Sena demanded the chief minister's post for the government's half term.</p>

<p>The BJP had completely sidelined this demand by the Shiv Sena&nbsp;instead of offering Shiv Sena with the post of deputy chief minister.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Yesterday the Bharatiya Janata Party said that it will not stake a claim to form the government in the state.</p>

<p>Caretaker chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and other BJP leaders announced their decision after meeting with the governor, Bhagat Singh Koshyari.</p>

<p>The reason cited by the BJP is that it lacks the required numbers to form the government.</p>

<p>Maharashtra BJP president Chandrakant Patil has said that the Shiv Sena has betrayed the people's mandate.</p>

<p>For now, turf has now become clear for the Shiv Sena to form the government.</p>

<p>As per sources, Shiv Sena has got the support of Sharad Pawar-led national congress party.</p>

<p>The Indian National Congress, on the other hand, will be providing outside support to the coalition government.</p>

<p>The majority mark in Maharashtra is 145.</p>

<p>The Shiv Sena, Congress and the NCP together will have a total strength of 154 seats in the state assembly which is well over the majority figure.</p>

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After days of political bickering, there seems to be some headway to the political stalemate in the western state of Maharashtra. Congress and NCP have decided to lend support to Shiv Sena and will soon give it a letter of support.

After days of political bickering, there seems to be some headway to the political stalemate in the western state of Maharashtra. Congress and NCP have decided to lend support to Shiv Sena and will soon give it a letter of support. Worli MP Aaditya Thackeray reached the Raj Bhavan along with a Shiv Sena delegation and met Governor Bhagat Singh Koshiyari. Aaditya Thackeray, Eknath Shinde and other Shiv Sena leaders meet Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari at Raj Bhavan in Mumbai. #Maharashtra pic.twitter.com/EKWeO8URAz — ANI (@ANI) November 11, 2019 × According to sources, Shiv Sena's Udhav Thackeray will stake a claim as the chief minister while Ajit Pawar of the NCP will be the deputy chief minister of the state. Meanwhile, Shiv Sena's MP Arvind Sawant has announced his resignation as a minister in prime minister Narendra Modi's government. Ahead of the NCP meet, party supremo Sharad Pawar said that any decision regarding government formation will only be made after discussion with ally congress. The Shiv Sena was on Sunday invited by Maharashtra governor to form the government in the state after the BJP said it would not stake claim to power. The political deadlock had emerged after BJP alliance partner Shiv Sena demanded the chief minister's post for the government's half term. The BJP had completely sidelined this demand by the Shiv Sena instead of offering Shiv Sena with the post of deputy chief minister. Yesterday the Bharatiya Janata Party said that it will not stake a claim to form the government in the state. Caretaker chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and other BJP leaders announced their decision after meeting with the governor, Bhagat Singh Koshyari. The reason cited by the BJP is that it lacks the required numbers to form the government. Maharashtra BJP president Chandrakant Patil has said that the Shiv Sena has betrayed the people's mandate. For now, turf has now become clear for the Shiv Sena to form the government. As per sources, Shiv Sena has got the support of Sharad Pawar-led national congress party. The Indian National Congress, on the other hand, will be providing outside support to the coalition government. The majority mark in Maharashtra is 145. The Shiv Sena, Congress and the NCP together will have a total strength of 154 seats in the state assembly which is well over the majority figure. (With inputs from agencies)

Maharashtra government formation: Sena leaders meet governor after Congress extends support

BJP is not going to form government in Maharashtra and said that Shiv Sena has betrayed the people's mandate. To know more watch the video

Maharashtra Government Formation: NCP to support Shiv Sena

BJP's former chief minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis told the Governor, 'We don't have numbers, can't form the government in Maharashtra'. Watch this video to find out more.

Maharashtra: 'We don't have numbers, can't form govt,' BJP to the Governor

<p>Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday said that it will not form the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nationalist-congress-party-may-offer-support-to-shiv-sena-sources-261110">government in Maharashtra</a>.</p>

<p>Addressing a press conference after meeting Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari, BJP's Maharashtra unit chief Chandrakant Patil said,&nbsp;"We will not form the government in the state."</p>

<p>"BJP, Shiv Sena, RPI, and other parties formed the coalition before the assembly polls. People have given the mandate to our alliance to form the government. And that is why the Governor invited us. But the Shiv Sena has not shown interest in forming the government. So now we will not form the government. We have conveyed this to the Governor," he said.</p>

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<p>"This mandate was to work together and if the Shiv Sena wants to disrespect the mandate and form the government with the Congress and the NCP, then they have our good wishes," added Patil.</p>

<p>Maharashtra Governor Koshyari on Saturday had asked acting Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to "indicate the willingness and ability of his party to form the government in Maharashtra".</p>

<p>The party's core committee met twice today to discuss the Governor's invitation to BJP to form the government in the state.</p>

<p>The term of state assembly ended yesterday. The BJP had remerged as the single largest party in the assembly polls winning 105 seats while the Shiv Sena bagged 56 seats.&nbsp;</p>

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Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday said that it will not form the government in Maharashtra. Addressing a press conference after meeting Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari, BJP's Maharashtra unit chief Chandrakant Patil said, "We will not form the government in the state.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday said that it will not form the government in Maharashtra. Addressing a press conference after meeting Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari, BJP's Maharashtra unit chief Chandrakant Patil said, "We will not form the government in the state." "BJP, Shiv Sena, RPI, and other parties formed the coalition before the assembly polls. People have given the mandate to our alliance to form the government. And that is why the Governor invited us. But the Shiv Sena has not shown interest in forming the government. So now we will not form the government. We have conveyed this to the Governor," he said. × "This mandate was to work together and if the Shiv Sena wants to disrespect the mandate and form the government with the Congress and the NCP, then they have our good wishes," added Patil. Maharashtra Governor Koshyari on Saturday had asked acting Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to "indicate the willingness and ability of his party to form the government in Maharashtra". The party's core committee met twice today to discuss the Governor's invitation to BJP to form the government in the state. The term of state assembly ended yesterday. The BJP had remerged as the single largest party in the assembly polls winning 105 seats while the Shiv Sena bagged 56 seats.

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