Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde has reportedly demanded the Home portfolio in Maharashtra’s new BJP-led government under CM Devendra Fadnavis. Talks between the Mahayuti allies, including BJP, Shiv Sena, and Ajit Pawar’s NCP, are ongoing regarding the portfolio distribution. Shinde, who was initially reluctant to accept the deputy CM position, is firm about securing the crucial Home department.