Maharashtra’s political scene is witnessing a replay of 2019. Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena claims a pre-election “deal” with the BJP, mirroring Uddhav Thackeray’s past assertions. Shinde’s camp alleges an agreement promising him the Chief Ministership if their alliance won. However, the BJP’s strong 132-seat win puts them in the driver’s seat, with their parliamentary board holding the final decision.