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.

Outgoing Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde stated that the power-sharing agreement will be finalized after a meeting with BJP's Devendra Fadnavis and NCP's Ajit Pawar in Delhi. Shinde expressed his deference to the BJP's senior leadership,

Maharashtra Congress president Nana Patole on Wednesday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party's central leadership of pressuring Eknath Shinde to give up his claim on the post of the state's chief minister.

Maharashtra BJP chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule thanked caretaker CM and Shiv Sena Chief Eknath Shinde for clarifying that he or his party would not become an obstacle in forming the state government,

Eknath Shinde was flanked by some of his MLAs, including Pratap Sarnaik and Dada Bhuse during a press conference in Thane, where he said he had told PM Modi and Amit Shah to take a final call on next CM.

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.

The big question on everyone's mind is, 'Who will be Maharashtra's next Chief Minister?' While the Shiv Sena rallies behind Eknath Shinde for the CM's post, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) remains steadfast in supporting Devendra Fadnavis.

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