Devendra Fadnavis’s swearing-in as Maharashtra CM was delayed due to Eknath Shinde’s reluctance to be sworn in as Deputy CM. Shinde wanted assurances on portfolio allocation. After persuasion, Shinde agreed, and Fadnavis informed the Governor. The oath-taking ceremony proceeded as planned, with both Fadnavis and Shinde taking their oaths.
How Eknath Shinde kept all guessing till the last moment
