Deputy Chief Minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar took decisive action on Thursday by convening urgent meetings with party leaders from Pimpri Chinchwad in Pune. This move follows a significant setback to the NCP’s local leadership after several key members, including Ajit Gavhane, chief of the Pimpri Chinchwad unit, defected to a faction led by veteran politician Sharad Pawar within the NCP.
The meetings, held at the Pune Circuit House, aimed to address the internal turmoil caused by these defections and strategize to stabilize the party’s presence in the region. Ajit Pawar’s proactive approach underscores his commitment to navigating the challenges ahead of the upcoming state elections, where every seat holds strategic importance.
Maharashtra | NCP leader and Deputy CM Ajit Pawar is meeting party leaders from Pimpri Chinchwad, at Pune Circuit House
Yesterday, 29 NCP corporators joined NCP-SCP in the presence of Sharad Pawar in Pune. pic.twitter.com/HOmuKBFiVu
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These developments have not only disrupted the NCP’s organizational structure but also raised concerns about its unity within the ruling Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra. As Ajit Pawar seeks to restore cohesion and shore up support within the party, his leadership will be closely observed amidst the evolving political landscape of the state.
The outcome of these deliberations and Ajit Pawar’s subsequent actions will likely shape the NCP’s course and influence broader political dynamics in Maharashtra. As the state prepares for electoral battles, the NCP faces the task of regaining stability and presenting a unified front to voters, amidst ongoing challenges and internal dissent.
