Mahayuti plans performance review of ministers within a year; reshuffle likely if they fail to deliver
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After Gujarat’s recent cabinet reshuffle, all eyes are now on Maharashtra. Sources within the Mahayuti government say a performance review of ministers is planned within the next year, and those found underperforming could be dropped from the cabinet.
A senior Maharashtra minister and BJP leader confirmed the plan. Speaking on condition of anonymity, he said, “The government hasn’t even completed a year. We’ll give ministers enough time to perform. Ideally, a review should be done after two to two-and-a-half years. Those failing to meet benchmarks will face action.”
The move mirrors Gujarat’s recent overhaul, where 21 new ministers were inducted, 12 of them first-time MLAs. BJP, known for its regular reshuffles, appears ready to apply the same model in Maharashtra.
A few Mahayuti ministers, particularly from Ajit Pawar’s NCP and Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena, have landed in controversy over their comments and conduct, drawing public criticism. Their behaviour embarrassed the Mahayuti government; instead of being removed, they were given a warning to improve or face action next time.
In 2024, 39 ministers took oath in Maharashtra — 33 as cabinet ministers and 6 as ministers of state. The BJP has the lion’s share with 19 ministers, followed by 11 from Shinde’s Shiv Sena and 9 from Pawar’s NCP. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis leads the coalition with deputies Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar.
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