Fadnavis Confirms NDA Will Contest 2029 Elections Under PM Modi's Leadership, Dismisses Succession Speculation

Dec 11, 2025 01:52 am CST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has firmly rejected speculation about Prime Minister Modi's succession, stating that the NDA will contest the 2029 Lok Sabha elections under Modi's leadership. The statement comes in response to Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan's suggestion about a potential "Marathi PM" in the future. Fadnavis praised Modi's exceptional fitness and work ethic while reaffirming the BJP's unwavering commitment to his continued leadership.