Notably, Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde, who reluctantly accepted the post of deputy chief minister after stepping down as chief minister for Fadnavis, is absent from these high-stakes talks. His absence has raised eyebrows, sparking questions about unresolved tensions within Shiv Sena ranks.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis left for his first Delhi visit on Wednesday after he was sworn in, to meet President Droupadi Murmu, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi,

Maharashtra's cabinet expansion, led by CM Devendra Fadnavis, is anticipated by December 14. Fadnavis recently concluded a courtesy visit to Delhi, meeting top leaders. While the Shiv Sena is unlikely to secure the home or revenue portfolios,

The cabinet expansion of the Devendra Fadnavis-led Maharashtra government is likely to take place by December 14, a senior BJP leader said on Wednesday.