New Delhi: After the political tension that has gripped Maharashtra over the past 10 days, it was a moment of light-hearted relief when Mahayuti leaders—Devendra Fadnavis of the BJP, Eknath Shinde of Shiv Sena, and Ajit Pawar of the NCP—addressed a press conference on Wednesday. The conference, originally intended to outline the government’s plans for the future, quickly turned into a lively affair, with Ajit Pawar taking a playful dig at Shinde, leaving the audience in fits of laughter.
When Shinde was asked whether he would take the oath tomorrow alongside Fadnavis, Pawar couldn’t resist a cheeky remark. Shinde responded that it would be known by evening if he would take the oath, to which Pawar quipped, “Shinde will know by evening. As for me, I’m not waiting around. I’m definitely swearing in tomorrow.” His playful comment sent the leaders, including Shinde, into a fit of laughter.
Hilarious moment during the Mahayuti PC!🤣🤣🤣
Reporter asked Eknath Shinde if he and Ajit Pawar would also be sworn in tomorrow along with Devendra Fadnavis.
Shinde & Pawar both replied.
Now listen in 🤣 pic.twitter.com/ulBj2ZuouI
— Tejas Mehta (@itejasmehta) December 4, 2024
Refreshing departure from the usual serious tone
The exchange was a refreshing departure from the usual serious tone of political press conferences, providing a moment of levity that was well received by the audience.
The new Maharashtra government is set to take the oath tomorrow at 5pm, with the state governor presiding over the ceremony. The event will be attended by several prominent national leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and chief ministers from 22 states.
The press conference began with the leaders discussing the future governance of Maharashtra. Ajit Pawar confidently reassured the public, stating, “We have experience running governments. We’ll ensure the state’s development and make sure it benefits the people. Natural calamities will come, but with the central government’s support, we are prepared. We have a five-year term and a solid majority.”
