In a display of unity, India’s top political brass extended birthday greetings to Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on February 9. The messages, flooding social media, reflected deep respect for his leadership.
Leading the pack, Amit Shah praised Shinde’s developmental zeal on X: ‘Your work for Maharashtra’s growth and welfare stands out. Ganpati Bappa, grant him prime health and long life.’
Nitin Gadkari invoked divine wishes for health and longevity. Kiren Rijiju portrayed Shinde as a simple, ideology-driven leader, hoping for his health, endurance, and triumphs in state advancement.
Fadnavis, his gubernatorial partner, wished longevity and fitness. Yogi Adityanath called upon Siddhi Vinayak for health and a prosperous life. Nayab Singh Saini from Haryana urged continued dedication to Maharashtra’s citizens with enduring happiness.
Shrikant Shinde added a son’s affection in his public note. Preceding the digital deluge, Shiv Sena women performed Maha Aarti at Siddhivinayak, beseeching blessings for Shinde’s long, healthy innings.
Since orchestrating the Shiv Sena schism in 2022, Shinde has been instrumental in stabilizing the Mahayuti government. These cross-country accolades not only celebrate his birthday but also affirm his central role in BJP’s Maharashtra strategy, eyeing future electoral gains through unified fronts.