For the first time in 51 years, the number of MLAs supporting the Maharashtra government has reached around 200. This exceeds the last instance in 1972 when all 222 legislators were from the Congress party. The exact number of MLAs supporting Ajit Pawar, the newly appointed deputy chief minister, is unknown, but it is speculated that 36 MLAs are backing him.
The last time when more than 200 MLAs were part of the state government was in 1972, but at that time all the 222 legislators belonged to Congress. Also, the strength of the House was 270 at that time, a former state legislature official said on Monday citing data.
A unique scenario is emerging for the first time after the last 51 years as the number of MLAs from various parties backing the Maharashtra government has prima facie reached 200, post the induction of NCP leader Ajit Pawar in the state cabinet.
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