Maharashtra CM race, a royal feud, and Cyclone Fengal
Dec 3, 2024
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Shubhangi Khapre, a reporter at The Indian Express, breaks down the unexpected landslide victory of the BJP-led Mahayuti Alliance in the Maharashtra Assembly elections. She discusses the political implications and the delay in announcing the new Chief Minister. Parul Kulshrestha, also from The Indian Express, delves into the Mewar royal family's ongoing property feud, sparked by recent events in Udaipur, and explores their lingering influence in the region. Additionally, they touch on the severe impact of Cyclone Fengal in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
The recent Maharashtra Assembly elections showcased a decisive victory for the BJP-led Mahayuti Alliance, revealing deep internal tensions about the Chief Minister's appointment.
The resurfaced feud within the Mewar royal family highlights the ongoing significance of royal lineage and public sentiment in Udaipur's cultural landscape.
Deep dives
Maharashtra Assembly Elections Results
The recent Maharashtra Assembly elections resulted in a decisive victory for the BJP-led Mahayuti Alliance, which secured 235 out of 288 seats. This outcome was unexpected, as the opposition Mahavikas Aghadi had anticipated a better showing based on their performance in the Lok Sabha elections. Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated this win as a mandate for development, while the results indicate a significant shift in Maharashtra's political landscape. Amid ongoing discussions about appointing the Chief Minister, internal power dynamics within the coalition are at play, particularly regarding the leadership ambitions of Eknath Shinde and Devendra Fadnavis.
Power Struggles and Leadership Aspirations
As the BJP seeks to solidify its position following the elections, there are internal tensions regarding who will lead the government as Chief Minister. While Devendra Fadnavis is seen as a frontrunner, Shinde from Shiv Sena is advocating to retain his role due to the successful election performance under his leadership. The delay in appointing a Chief Minister highlights the power struggles and negotiations underway within the coalition, where BJP’s central leadership is reluctant to cede ground on critical portfolios. The political maneuvering recalls past challenges faced by Fadnavis, who must navigate balancing his party's ambitions with coalition dynamics.
Mewar Royal Family Feud
A longstanding feud among the former Mewar royals came to the forefront following the coronation of Vishwarath Singh Mewar, which sparked tensions with his relative, Laksharaj Singh Mewar. The conflict, rooted in a property dispute dating back decades, escalated when Laksharaj barred Vishwarath from entering the city palace, claiming permission was not granted for the visit. Historical sentiments towards the Mewar family have intensified public support for Vishwarath amid these disputes, reflecting the deep cultural significance of royal lineage in Udaipur. As the rivalry unfolds, public opinion seems to favor Vishwarath, viewing his actions as a rightful claim to his heritage.
First, we speak to The Indian Express' Shubhangi Khapre who breaks down the Maharashtra assembly election result and its consequences for us. She shares the details of everything that is happening in the state and within the Mahayuti alliance and talks about the reasons why the CM candidate has not been announced yet.
Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Parul Kulshrestha who shares the story of the Mewar royal family and their decades old property feud which has recently resurfaced. She also talks about the kind of influence the royal families still hold in the region. (18:30)
Finally, we talk about the destruction that is being caused in Tamil and Nadu and Puducherry due to Cyclone Fengal. (29:15)
Produced and hosted by Niharika Nanda Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
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