Murlidhar Mohol’s Name Trending on Social Media for Maharashtra CM Role
Murlidhar Mohol’s Name Trending on Social Media for Maharashtra CM Role
Pune: Speculation about an unexpected choice for Maharashtra’s Chief Minister post has been circulating in political circles. While Devendra Fadnavis has been widely considered the frontrunner for the position due to his instrumental role in BJP’s historic victory in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, the sudden emergence of Murlidhar Mohol’s name on social media has sparked widespread discussion.
Who is Murlidhar Mohol?
Murlidhar Mohol, a former wrestler turned politician, is a BJP MP from Pune Lok Sabha constituency. He entered politics through the BJP and has held significant positions, including four terms as a Pune Municipal Corporation corporator, chairman of the standing committee, and Mayor of Pune. Additionally, he currently serves as the Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation. Mohol is seen as a prominent Maratha leader and is considered a trusted ally of Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
समाजमाध्यमांमधून माझ्या नावाची महाराष्ट्राच्या मुख्यमंत्रीपदासाठी होणारी चर्चा निर्थरक आणि कपोलकल्पित आहे.
— Murlidhar Mohol (@mohol_murlidhar) November 29, 2024
आम्ही भारतीय जनता पार्टी म्हणून लढताना महाराष्ट्र विधानसभा निवडणूक आमचे नेते मा. देवेंद्रजींच्या नेतृत्वात लढलो. महाराष्ट्राच्या जनतेने कौलही ऐतिहासिक दिला आहे.
आमच्या…
Why Mohol’s Name is Gaining Attention
Reports suggest that BJP leaders, including Vinod Tawde and Amit Shah, have been discussing potential names for the CM position, taking into account the Maratha community’s influence. Mohol’s reputation as a capable leader and his alignment with BJP’s broader strategic goals make him a possible contender, although his name comes as a surprise to many.
Murlidhar Mohol’s Reaction
Mohol dismissed the social media buzz about his candidacy as baseless and speculative. In a statement on X (formerly Twitter), he clarified:
“The discussions about my name for Maharashtra’s Chief Minister post are unfounded and fictional. The BJP fought the Maharashtra Assembly elections under the leadership of Devendra Fadnavis, and the people of Maharashtra gave us a historic mandate. In our party, decisions are made collectively by the Parliamentary Board, not through social media rumors. Therefore, these speculations hold no merit.”
Party Strategy and Recent Trends
The BJP has demonstrated its ability to make unexpected leadership changes in states like Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat. These decisions, aimed at broader party goals, reflect the possibility of unconventional choices for Maharashtra as well.
While the buzz around Murlidhar Mohol continues, it remains to be seen if BJP will stick with the expected choice of Devendra Fadnavis or opt for a surprise candidate in line with its recent strategic shifts.
