 "Maharashtra caretaker CM Eknath Shinde briefly hospitalised, discharged")
Maharashtra’s caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was discharged from Jupiter Hospital in Thane after being briefly hospitalised on Tuesday (December 3). He was rushed to the hospital after his health deteriorated. Doctors recommended a thorough medical examination.
Shinde has been unwell for several days, particularly after a visit to his native village in Satara last week. He has been suffering from a high fever and sore throat, leading doctors to advise him to cancel all engagements and prioritise rest.
The Shiv Sena leader returned to Mumbai on Monday morning, where Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis contacted him to enquire about his condition.
Recent visit to Satara
Shinde’s trip to his native village, Dare in Satara district, sparked speculation about his dissatisfaction with developments in the new government. However, he dismissed such rumours, explaining that the visit was for rest after an intense election campaign.
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During his stay in Satara, Shinde developed a high fever, which further impacted his health. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Girish Mahajan visited him on Monday and confirmed that Shinde was recovering.
“I came here to meet Eknath Shinde, who has not been well for the past few days. There is no displeasure. We sat together for an hour and had a conversation. He also discussed preparations for December 5,” Mahajan told reporters.
Preparations for the swearing-in ceremony
Preparations are in full swing at Mumbai’s Azad Maidan for the swearing-in ceremony of the new Mahayuti government, scheduled for December 5. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to attend the event.
Although BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis is widely seen as the leading contender for the Chief Minister’s post, the Mahayuti alliance has not yet officially announced its candidate. The BJP’s state legislature party is set to convene on December 4 to finalise the decision.
Reports of Shinde’s dissatisfaction with not being offered another term as Chief Minister have been dismissed by Mahajan, who reiterated the unity within the Mahayuti alliance.
Shinde, who played a key role in the alliance’s electoral campaign, is expected to remain actively involved in the government’s formation and future plans.