BJP MLAs push for Fadnavis as CM, while Shinde’s supporters advocate for his continuity

Despite the BJP emerging as the single-largest party with 132 seats, the party’s high command has yet to decide on the next chief minister. State BJP leaders are pushing for Devendra Fadnavis, who spearheaded the party’s campaign in the elections, to take the helm. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s supporters advocate for his continuation in the role. Some Fadnavis supporter MLAs are worried that the party may devise a surprise choice.