Waghmare made his official entry into Shiv Sena during an event held at Thane's Anand Ashram, where he was welcomed by Chief Minister Shinde

CM Shinde warmly welcomed Waghmare into Shiv Sena, wishing him success in his future endeavors, an official statement said on Tuesday

CM Shinde highlighted Shiv Sena's commitment to the progress and development of Maharashtra under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the statement said

The CM Shinde-led Shiv Sena announced Waghmare's appointment as deputy leader and a spokesperson of the party, the statement further said

Raju Waghmare was the spokesperson of Congress for a long time

Raju Waghmare  said that CM Shinde is one of the most efficient Chief Ministers so far