Eknath Shinde

ModernPoliticianIndia1964 — ?

Rebel Shiv Sainik turned Maharashtra CM.

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Quick Facts

Born

1964

Country

India

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)21

Political (20%)25

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)36

Leadership (15%)38

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score37.9

Eknath Shinde — Complete Timeline

2022 AD

Led the Rebellion Against Uddhav ThackerayPolitical Action◆ Major

Shinde led a rebellion of Shiv Sena MLAs against party chief Uddhav Thackeray in June 2022, claiming the party had abandoned its Hindutva ideology. This split caused the collapse of the Maha Vikas Aghadi government and led to Shinde becoming Chief Minister.

RebellionParty SplitMaharashtra

Impact: regionaldestructive

Became Chief Minister of MaharashtraPolitical Action◆ Major

Shinde was sworn in as Chief Minister of Maharashtra in June 2022, leading a BJP-Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) coalition government. His ascension marked a major realignment in Maharashtra politics, with the BJP as the dominant partner.

Chief MinisterCoalition GovernmentMaharashtra

Impact: regional

2024 AD

Won the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly ElectionPolitical Action◆ Major

Shinde led his faction of the Shiv Sena to victory in the 2024 Maharashtra Legislative Assembly election, securing a majority in alliance with the BJP. He was reappointed as Chief Minister, consolidating his political position.

Election VictoryChief MinisterMaharashtra

Impact: regionalconstructive