In Maharashtra, Shiv Sena leader Vijay Shivtare met with Chief Minister Eknath Shinde over a dispute over the Baramati Lok Sabha seat. Shivtare had earlier stated that he would run for office on his own, which raised concerns inside the Mahayuti alliance, reported PTI. 

According to the report, during the discussion, Shinde attempted to persuade Shivtare to change his decision, but Shivtare provided no assurances.