Amid suspense over the state's next chief minister, caretaker CM and Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde said in a presser on Tuesday that his party will support whatever PM Modi and the BJP leadership decides.

Eknath Shinde emphasized his commitment to the common people. He highlighted his work addressing public concerns. The BJP is considering Devendra Fadnavis for the next CM position. Shinde is reportedly trying to retain his role.

Discussions are on over who gets to be the Maharashtra Chief Minister from the Mahayuti alliance. While the Shiv Sena has dug in its heels for Eknath Shinde, BJP's Devendra Fadnavis has the numerical superiority.

Amid suspense over the state's next chief minister, a press briefing of caretaker CM and Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde is underway.

Amid speculation mounting over the next Maharashtra Chief Minister, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat said on Wednesday that the next chief minister should be from the Shiv Sena. "We fought the election under the leadership of CM Eknath Shinde and I believe that top leaders will also bless

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde and his cabinet resigned. Shinde will remain caretaker CM. The Mahayuti alliance will decide the next CM. Shiv Sena wants Shinde to continue. Ajit Pawar's NCP supports Devendra Fadnavis.

Union minister Ramdas Athawale showed his support for Devendra Fadnavis, stating that the people of Maharashtra wanted him as their next chief minister. He also suggested that Shiv Sena's Eknath Shinde could be deputy chief minister or a union minister.

Shiv Sena on Tuesday said that Eknath Shinde should continue as Maharashtra CM following MahaYuti’s landslide victory in the Assembly election.