Devendra Fadnavis, the first BJP chief minister of Maharashtra, remains a "strong frontrunner" for the top post but may find the sensitive caste dynamics working against him, sources told Times Now. Devendra Fadnavis is a Brahmin while both Eknath Shinde (current caretaker CM) and Ajit Pawar belonged to Maratha community which has dominated the politics of Maharashtra for decades.

The race for Maharashtra's Chief Minister intensifies as the decision shifts to Delhi. Top leaders of the Mahayuti alliance, including Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde, and Ajit Pawar, are set to meet the BJP's central leadership in the capital.

Amid the suspense over the Chief Ministerial face in Maharashtra, outgoing Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde has hinted at Fadnavis's name for the post.

Devendra Fadnavis may retain key officials and shake up Maharashtra's bureaucracy, potentially appointing new leaders in the CMO and MMRDA.

NCP chief Ajit Pawar said on Wednesday that discussions over government formation will take place in Delhi on Thursday and a final decision will be taken.

The name of the next Maharashtra Chief Minister is expected to be announced today. Top leaders of winning Mahayuti alliance will be in Delhi to hold a discussion with Amit Shah. Ahead of this, Shiv Se

Devendra Fadnavis is likely to meet Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP President JP Nadda to discuss the modalities of the formation of the next government in Mahrashtra. Fadnavis is considered as the front runner for the post of the chief minister,

The decision on 43 other cabinet berths and portfolio distribution among the three alliance members of Mahayuti (BJP, Shiv Sena, NCP) is yet to be finalised.

Eknath Shinde on Wednesday said he has assured Prime Minister Narendra Modi that he will abide by the BJP's decision on naming his successor.

A key NDA meeting is all set to take place on Thursday in the national capital which will clarify the suspense over CM post.