Maharashtra CM strips all rebel ministers of portfolios

An official statement said the portfolios of the rebel ministers led by cabinet member Shinde, who are camping in Guwahati, have been handed over to other ministers in the Thackeray-led government for ease of administration.
It is the Chief Minister who allots the portfolio of the ministers. The chief minister can also change whenever necessary any such portfolios. He also presides over the Council of Ministers and the Union Cabinet. S/he has the authority to select and dismiss members of the cabinet. The Prime Minister designates posts to the members within the government.