Amid the ongoing suspense over who will be the Maharashtra CM, Union Minister of State Ramdas Athawale on November 26 backed Devendra Fadnavis’ candidature for the Chief Minister post. While speaking to ANI, he suggested nominating Eknath Shinde to the central cabinet. "When Eknath Shinde came to know that the BJP high command has selected Devendra Fadnavis as the CM (of Maharashtra), he was a bit unhappy, which I can understand. But, BJP has got 132 seats and hence I think there should be a way, Devendra Fadnavis should be made the CM. Eknath Shinde can assume the charge of deputy CM. If he is not willing to be the deputy CM, he can be made union minister in PM Modi's cabinet... The people of Maharashtra want Devendra Fadnavis to be the CM," said Ramdas Athawale
27 November,2024 10:55 AM IST
On the occasion of International Yoga Day 2024 on June 21, Union Minister Ramdas Athawale performed Yoga, While speaking to ANI, Ramdas Athawale said, "Yoga is very important to stay healthy... I urge people of the nation to practise Yoga daily...". On December 11, 2014, the United Nations announced June 21 as the International Day of Yoga, and since, every year, the ancient practice is celebrated worldwide on this day.
21 June,2024 06:56 PM IST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on April 14 inaugurated the statue of Dr BR Ambedkar on his 132nd birth anniversary. He also paid floral tribute to Dr BR Ambedkar. Minister of State for Social Justice, Ramdas Athawale was also present during the inauguration. Meanwhile NCP’s Supriya Sule paid tribute to Dr BR Ambedkar at Chaityabhoomi in Mumbai.
14 April,2023 03:18 PM IST | Mumbai
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge’s scathing attack aimed towards Bharatiya Janata Party and Prime Minister Modi has stirred the BJP leaders. One after another, senior politicians and Modi-Cabinet Minister are coming forward and demanding an apology from the Congress Party President. Addressing a public meeting during ‘Bharat Jodo Yatra’ in Alwar, Rajasthan, Kharge had zeroed in on the Indo-China clash issue and questioned BJP’s role in the freedom struggle. Several leaders including Pralhad Josi, Meenakshi Lekhi, Ramdas Athavle, Piyush Goyal, Kiren Rijju demanded Kharge’s apology. However, Mallikarjun Kharge was quick to counterattack after BJP leaders fumed at him over his remark. He defended himself in the Rajya Sabha after BJP leaders attacked him.
20 December,2022 11:15 PM IST | MumbaiPress conference: Prakash Jha, Ramdas Athawale
12 August,2011 02:28 PM IST.jpg "General Elections 2019: Exclusive interview with Ramdas Athawale")
In an exclusive interview with Mid-day.com the president of the Republican Party of India, Ramdas Athawale gave his opinion on the General Elections 2019. He also spoke about the changes he would like to see once the new government is elected. Watch this video to know more.
23 May,2019 11:00 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
