Mumbai, Oct. 25 -- Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Saturday emphasised the importance of unity and discipline within the Mahayuti alliance, saying that internal disputes should not affect the coalition's strength.

The Deputy Chief Minister said that several issues concerning Maharashtra were discussed during the meeting with PM Modi.

"After meeting Modiji, I get inspiration; we are proud to be a part of the NDA. Modiji is not only the Prime Minister of the country, but also the head of the NDA family," he said, adding that memories of late Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray were also recalled during the discussion.

He made the remarks after meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi to extend Diwali greetings....