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Shinde's 'Delhi' visit on internal discord in the grand alliance: Modi's goal of unity becomes the focus
Mumbai, October 25, 2025: Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has now started to resolve the internal differences that arose in the ruling grand alliance in Maharashtra before the local body elections, with the help of central leaders. After a surprise visit to Delhi to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Shinde has appealed to all the constituent parties in the grand alliance for unity. In this meeting, Modi advised the grand alliance to move forward as a 'united family', Shinde said. In the backdrop of this incident, there has been talk in political circles that a new twist may now befall the 'tug of war' over seat sharing in the grand alliance.
The grand alliance, which includes the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the Shiv Sena of the Shinde group and the Nationalist Congress Party of the Ajit Pawar group, is currently under tension due to local elections. Differences have erupted over seat sharing in important areas like Thane, Navi Mumbai and Mumbai. The BJP leaders are speaking 'language of self-reliance', which has created unease among Shiv Sena and NCP workers. The BJP has expressed its determination to win 'more than 150' seats in the Mumbai Municipal Corporation elections, which has raised a question mark over the coordination in the alliance. In such an environment, Shinde's Delhi visit has become an important milestone for the alliance.
Shinde's visit was completely unexpected. Shinde, who left for Delhi from Mumbai on Friday morning, immediately went to the Prime Minister's residence and met Modi. Various issues between the central and state governments were discussed in this meeting. Shinde wished Modi a happy Diwali and New Year, while Modi told the alliance leaders the importance of unity. After the meeting, Shinde told the media that, "The alliance is a united family moving forward with a single ideology and development agenda. Narendra Modi has always shown the path of development and ideology. Be it elections or development works, it is necessary for all of us to stay together and move forward."
Shinde took a clear stand on the differences in the alliance. He said, "There should be no differences in the grand alliance. Everyone should be careful not to let even a grain of salt fall." Talking about the local elections, he said, "These are local level elections. The workers naturally want to fight, but the final decision is taken by the senior leaders. Once the decision is made, all the workers should follow discipline." Speaking about a specific dispute in Pune, Shinde mentioned the clash between Shiv Sena leader Ravindra Dhagegaonkar and BJP leader Muralidhar Mohol. He said, "I have given a clear message to Dhagegaonkar. If necessary, I will speak to him myself." This meeting is likely to create a sense of unity among the leaders of the grand alliance. There has been no official reaction from the BJP yet, but according to political analysts, Modi's intervention will strengthen the grand alliance. Shinde also expressed optimism about the Bihar elections on this occasion. He said, "I am confident that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) will win the Bihar elections with a majority. There are ongoing discussions with the Bihari community in Mumbai, Thane and the MMRDA area. This victory is certain as Modi has provided a large amount of funds for Bihar."
Given the background of this internal strife in the grand alliance, Shinde's visit has become a symbol of unity in the NDA at the national level, not just limited to Maharashtra. The 'tug of war' over seat sharing before the local elections is likely to calm down now. However, there are still challenges in this process due to the expectations of the workers. Shinde has expressed the possibility of holding a meeting with the leaders of the grand alliance as soon as he returns to Maharashtra after this visit.
In the backdrop of this incident, Shinde's anger was unleashed by a separate case. Shinde expressed strong anger over the attack on a female doctor in Satara district. He said, "This incident is very sad and painful. Strict action will be taken against the culprits. One accused has been detained and others will also be arrested soon. The culprits will not be supported in any way." The government has promised to take immediate action in this matter and special measures will be taken for the safety of women. Overall, Shinde's visit to Delhi is expected to bring about a positive change in the atmosphere in the Mahayuti. Shinde expressed confidence that under Modi's guidance, the Mahayuti will now move forward unitedly. This unity will be tested till the local elections, and there are continuous discussions about this in political circles. How important this unity of the Mahayuti is for the development of the state and the elections will become clear in the coming days.
Mumbai, October 25, 2025: Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has now started to resolve the internal differences that arose in the ruling grand alliance in Maharashtra before the local body elections, with the help of central leaders. After a surprise visit to Delhi to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Shinde has appealed to all the constituent parties in the grand alliance for unity. In this meeting, Modi advised the grand alliance to move forward as a 'united family', Shinde said. In the backdrop of this incident, there has been talk in political circles that a new twist may now befall the 'tug of war' over seat sharing in the grand alliance.
The grand alliance, which includes the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the Shiv Sena of the Shinde group and the Nationalist Congress Party of the Ajit Pawar group, is currently under tension due to local elections. Differences have erupted over seat sharing in important areas like Thane, Navi Mumbai and Mumbai. The BJP leaders are speaking 'language of self-reliance', which has created unease among Shiv Sena and NCP workers. The BJP has expressed its determination to win 'more than 150' seats in the Mumbai Municipal Corporation elections, which has raised a question mark over the coordination in the alliance. In such an environment, Shinde's Delhi visit has become an important milestone for the alliance.
Shinde's visit was completely unexpected. Shinde, who left for Delhi from Mumbai on Friday morning, immediately went to the Prime Minister's residence and met Modi. Various issues between the central and state governments were discussed in this meeting. Shinde wished Modi a happy Diwali and New Year, while Modi told the alliance leaders the importance of unity. After the meeting, Shinde told the media that, "The alliance is a united family moving forward with a single ideology and development agenda. Narendra Modi has always shown the path of development and ideology. Be it elections or development works, it is necessary for all of us to stay together and move forward."
Shinde took a clear stand on the differences in the alliance. He said, "There should be no differences in the grand alliance. Everyone should be careful not to let even a grain of salt fall." Talking about the local elections, he said, "These are local level elections. The workers naturally want to fight, but the final decision is taken by the senior leaders. Once the decision is made, all the workers should follow discipline." Speaking about a specific dispute in Pune, Shinde mentioned the clash between Shiv Sena leader Ravindra Dhagegaonkar and BJP leader Muralidhar Mohol. He said, "I have given a clear message to Dhagegaonkar. If necessary, I will speak to him myself." This meeting is likely to create a sense of unity among the leaders of the grand alliance. There has been no official reaction from the BJP yet, but according to political analysts, Modi's intervention will strengthen the grand alliance. Shinde also expressed optimism about the Bihar elections on this occasion. He said, "I am confident that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) will win the Bihar elections with a majority. There are ongoing discussions with the Bihari community in Mumbai, Thane and the MMRDA area. This victory is certain as Modi has provided a large amount of funds for Bihar."
Given the background of this internal strife in the grand alliance, Shinde's visit has become a symbol of unity in the NDA at the national level, not just limited to Maharashtra. The 'tug of war' over seat sharing before the local elections is likely to calm down now. However, there are still challenges in this process due to the expectations of the workers. Shinde has expressed the possibility of holding a meeting with the leaders of the grand alliance as soon as he returns to Maharashtra after this visit.
In the backdrop of this incident, Shinde's anger was unleashed by a separate case. Shinde expressed strong anger over the attack on a female doctor in Satara district. He said, "This incident is very sad and painful. Strict action will be taken against the culprits. One accused has been detained and others will also be arrested soon. The culprits will not be supported in any way." The government has promised to take immediate action in this matter and special measures will be taken for the safety of women. Overall, Shinde's visit to Delhi is expected to bring about a positive change in the atmosphere in the Mahayuti. Shinde expressed confidence that under Modi's guidance, the Mahayuti will now move forward unitedly. This unity will be tested till the local elections, and there are continuous discussions about this in political circles. How important this unity of the Mahayuti is for the development of the state and the elections will become clear in the coming days.
The grand alliance, which includes the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the Shiv Sena of the Shinde group and the Nationalist Congress Party of the Ajit Pawar group, is currently under tension due to local elections. Differences have erupted over seat sharing in important areas like Thane, Navi Mumbai and Mumbai. The BJP leaders are speaking 'language of self-reliance', which has created unease among Shiv Sena and NCP workers. The BJP has expressed its determination to win 'more than 150' seats in the Mumbai Municipal Corporation elections, which has raised a question mark over the coordination in the alliance. In such an environment, Shinde's Delhi visit has become an important milestone for the alliance.
Shinde's visit was completely unexpected. Shinde, who left for Delhi from Mumbai on Friday morning, immediately went to the Prime Minister's residence and met Modi. Various issues between the central and state governments were discussed in this meeting. Shinde wished Modi a happy Diwali and New Year, while Modi told the alliance leaders the importance of unity. After the meeting, Shinde told the media that, "The alliance is a united family moving forward with a single ideology and development agenda. Narendra Modi has always shown the path of development and ideology. Be it elections or development works, it is necessary for all of us to stay together and move forward."
Shinde took a clear stand on the differences in the alliance. He said, "There should be no differences in the grand alliance. Everyone should be careful not to let even a grain of salt fall." Talking about the local elections, he said, "These are local level elections. The workers naturally want to fight, but the final decision is taken by the senior leaders. Once the decision is made, all the workers should follow discipline." Speaking about a specific dispute in Pune, Shinde mentioned the clash between Shiv Sena leader Ravindra Dhagegaonkar and BJP leader Muralidhar Mohol. He said, "I have given a clear message to Dhagegaonkar. If necessary, I will speak to him myself." This meeting is likely to create a sense of unity among the leaders of the grand alliance. There has been no official reaction from the BJP yet, but according to political analysts, Modi's intervention will strengthen the grand alliance. Shinde also expressed optimism about the Bihar elections on this occasion. He said, "I am confident that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) will win the Bihar elections with a majority. There are ongoing discussions with the Bihari community in Mumbai, Thane and the MMRDA area. This victory is certain as Modi has provided a large amount of funds for Bihar."
Given the background of this internal strife in the grand alliance, Shinde's visit has become a symbol of unity in the NDA at the national level, not just limited to Maharashtra. The 'tug of war' over seat sharing before the local elections is likely to calm down now. However, there are still challenges in this process due to the expectations of the workers. Shinde has expressed the possibility of holding a meeting with the leaders of the grand alliance as soon as he returns to Maharashtra after this visit.
In the backdrop of this incident, Shinde's anger was unleashed by a separate case. Shinde expressed strong anger over the attack on a female doctor in Satara district. He said, "This incident is very sad and painful. Strict action will be taken against the culprits. One accused has been detained and others will also be arrested soon. The culprits will not be supported in any way." The government has promised to take immediate action in this matter and special measures will be taken for the safety of women. Overall, Shinde's visit to Delhi is expected to bring about a positive change in the atmosphere in the Mahayuti. Shinde expressed confidence that under Modi's guidance, the Mahayuti will now move forward unitedly. This unity will be tested till the local elections, and there are continuous discussions about this in political circles. How important this unity of the Mahayuti is for the development of the state and the elections will become clear in the coming days.
