Eknath Shinde, the chief minister, and his deputy, Shinde and Fadnavis, took office on June 30.

Shah said on Twitter on Friday night, "I am convinced that under the leadership of Narendra Modi, both of you will serve the people diligently and propel Maharashtra to newer heights of prosperity."

Before a pivotal Supreme Court hearing on a plea filed by the Thackeray-led Shiv Sena seeking to disqualify Shinde and 15 MLAs of his faction on July 11, Shinde and Fadnavis paid a visit to the nation's capital.

Shinde told reporters in the courtroom, "We believe in the judicial system.

Nearly 40 Shiv Sena legislators supported Shinde, who is also popular.


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