NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar faction) leader and MLA Rohit Pawar has given a big statement. He said that if both the Nationalist Congress parties had merged during the tenure of Ajit Pawar, he would have 100 percent become the Chief Minister of Maharashtra in the 2029 assembly elections. Rohit Pawar said this while talking to the media after voting during the Baramati assembly by-election. He said, “After the death of Ajit Dada, the question of merger no longer arises, because he was the main leader who took this process forward.”

No political merger is going to happen: Rohit Pawar

The leader of Sharad Pawar faction further said, “It was because of respect and emotional connection with Ajit Dada that he joined the election campaign. This does not mean that any political merger is going to happen. It was a completely emotional decision.

‘People are still remembering Ajit Dada’s working style’

Rohit Pawar also said that Ajit Dada was a clear and tough speaking leader, but was very simple by nature. He paid attention to every small and big thing and had the ability to take quick decisions. The people of Baramati are still remembering his working style. He appealed to the voters to vote in large numbers, even if they have to go to distant booths.

Possibility of ‘Pawar vs Pawar’ in 2029

Rohit Pawar indicated that there could be a ‘Pawar vs Pawar’ fight in Baramati in 2029. Although he said that this is not the will of the public, but some people are trying to create such a situation. He also clarified that he himself will not contest elections from Baramati and will continue his political innings from Karjat-Jamkhed, from where he has contested elections in 2019 and 2024.

Let us tell you that voting for the by-election in Baramati assembly constituency took place on Thursday (April 23). On this important seat, all eyes are fixed on Sunetra Pawar, wife of late leader Ajit Pawar. By-election has been held on this seat after the death of Ajit Pawar in a plane crash.

Indian National Congress has fielded a candidate for the Baramati Assembly by-election in Maharashtra. On the other hand, after the nomination, the statements of State Deputy CM and Nationalist Congress Party leader Sunetra Pawar have indicated that Congress may withdraw its candidature.

Speaking to reporters after filing nomination for Baramati by-election, Pawar said that Praful Patel and I are trying to contact Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge to request him to conduct this election unopposed.

He said that this is the most difficult choice of my life; Such a time should not come upon anyone. This choice is not just mine; This is the election of the entire people of Baramati.

What did Congress say on fielding Akash More?

On the other hand, when Congress declared Advocate Akash Vijay Rao More as its candidate for Baramati Assembly by-election, Congress leader Hussain Dalwai said – I would like to say that since Sharad Pawar’s candidate has passed away, will his candidate not contest elections in Rahur? Or is he going to join BJP? Congress should not field candidates for its own benefit and selfishness, this is wrong. We respect Ajit Pawar, but has this not been the tradition here?

Ready to remove Congress candidate from Baramati against Sunetra Pawar! set such a condition

He said that BJP has done the work of breaking this tradition, not Congress. Only Congress candidate can win there because we have our base there and our candidate is from the backward class. There is every possibility of him winning. I would like to say that the decision taken by our party is absolutely right.

Let us tell you that in January this year, Sunetra’s husband and NCP leader, Ajit Pawar died in an air crash. After this this seat was declared vacant.

There is intense activity for the by-election in Baramati assembly seat of Maharashtra. In such a situation, Sunetra Pawar, wife of former Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, will file her nomination on Monday (April 6). In such a situation, a lot of hard work is being done to ensure his unopposed victory. For this, support is being sought from all the parties.

On Saturday, news came out that he had spoken to Uddhav Thackeray on phone to register an unopposed victory. Meanwhile, the reaction of Uddhav group leader Sanjay Raut has come to light. He said that we three parties in Mahavikas Aghadi will discuss the Baramati by-election. He further said that you will know what decision to take there.

Sanjay Raut angry at BJP’s insistence on unopposed

Sanjay Raut said that BJP’s insistence on going unopposed cannot be imposed on us. This would be injustice to the public. He further said that we will decide, Mahavikas Aghadi will decide what to do and what not to do. He said that we have so much intelligence that you have complete knowledge, it is not at all like we have nothing.

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut said that Ajit Pawar was a respected leader of Maharashtra, and Maharashtra is still in shock over the manner in which he died. Let us tell you that after the death of Ajit Pawar, preparations for the Baramati by-election are in full swing.

Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar spoke to Uddhav Thackeray

According to sources, Sunetra Pawar called Uddhav Thackeray on Friday and discussed this issue. This development was confirmed by Shiv Sena (Ubhatha) Secretary and Member of Legislative Council (MLC) Milind Narvekar and party leader Sanjay Raut. Raut said that Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar had called Uddhav Thackeray on Friday. Baramati by-election was discussed.

He also said that Thackeray will hold a press conference and announce his decision in this regard. Sources said Sunetra was not reluctant to extend her support to Thackeray, given her close ties with late Ajit Pawar and the Pawar family. Let us tell you that the by-election for Baramati seat is to be held on 23 April.

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Sharad Pawar’s reaction came amid the uproar over Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi raising the issue of China during the discussion on the President’s address in the Lok Sabha during the budget session of Parliament.

Nationalist Congress Party Sharad faction leader Sharad Pawar told reporters in Baramati that Rahul Gandhi should have been given an opportunity to speak. He said that Naravane has been the Army Chief, and if the opposition is discussing this topic then Rahul Gandhi should have been allowed to speak in the Lok Sabha.

I will give the book to PM- Rahul Gandhi

On the other hand, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi said that when the Prime Minister comes to speak in the House, he will personally meet General M.M. Will give him Naravane’s book. Rahul Gandhi said that this is Naravane’s book, in which the entire incident has been written in detail.

Rahul said that he has been told that he cannot quote this book directly, but the main line of it is that the Prime Minister had said – ‘Do whatever you think is appropriate. According to Rahul Gandhi, when Chief of Army Staff General Naravane called Defense Minister Rajnath Singh and informed that Chinese tanks had arrived at Kailash Ridge and asked what to do, no clear answer was received at first.

Rae Bareli MP made this big claim

Rae Bareli MP said- Naravane contacted the Foreign Minister, NSA and other top levels, but no decision was taken. Later Rajnath Singh said that he would ask from the top, and from there the order came that if Chinese forces come to our border then there will be no firing without asking. Rahul Gandhi said that at that time the army wanted to fire, but Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s message came that ‘do whatever you deem appropriate.’ Rahul Gandhi alleges that the Prime Minister did not understand his responsibility and left the decision to the army.

He said that Naravane has written in his book that at that time he was feeling completely alone and helpless, and that is why when the Prime Minister comes to the House, he will hand over this book to him.

When lakhs of people had come to bid farewell to their beloved leader ‘Ajit Dada’ in Baramati, Maharashtra, thieves took advantage of this tragic occasion and committed a major crime. A shocking incident of theft of a gold chain during a funeral has come to light.

On January 28, Deputy Chief Minister of the state Ajit Pawar died tragically in a plane crash. He was cremated with full state honors in the grounds of Vidya Pratishthan located in Baramati. Lakhs of people from every corner of Maharashtra had reached Baramati for the last darshan and there was an atmosphere of mourning in the entire city.

Chain snatched from the neck of 15 people

Taking advantage of this huge crowd, a gang of thieves targeted people. According to the information, gold chains were stolen from the necks of about 15 people. The value of the stolen jewelery is estimated to be around Rs 25 to 30 lakh.

Meanwhile, some suspected thieves were caught red-handed by the citizens, while some of the accused were handed over to the police.

8000 policemen were deployed

The special thing is that about 8 thousand policemen were deployed in Baramati that day. Despite this, due to such a big theft incident, questions are being raised on the police system.

On the complaint of the victim citizens, a case has been registered at Baramati Taluka Police Station. Police have registered a case against Mohammad Yunus, Rajkumar Athawale, Ejaz Mirawale, Mohammad Siraj, Balu Botre and two other accused.

Displeasure among the people of Baramati

At present, all the accused are being interrogated thoroughly. On one hand, the atmosphere was very emotional during the funeral of Ajit Pawar, while on the other hand, thieves were busy stealing gold chains from people’s necks. This incident has spread huge resentment in Baramati city.

There has been turmoil in the politics of the state after the untimely death of Maharashtra’s veteran leader and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Ajit Pawar. On one hand the leader of NCP left and on the other hand the post of Deputy CM and Finance Minister of Maharashtra also became vacant. Apart from this, the most favorite MLA of the people of Baramati is also no more.

After the death of Ajit Pawar, many such questions are being raised, which need to be answered as soon as possible, so that balance can be brought back in the politics of Maharashtra. Questions like now who will be Ajit Pawar’s successor in power, organization and legislature? Many speculations are being made regarding this.

Who will be the next Deputy CM of Maharashtra?

The first question that arises is that after Ajit Pawar, who will be the next Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra? For this, Sunetra Pawar’s name is in the forefront. NCP leaders and workers also want that Ajit Pawar’s wife and Rajya Sabha MP Sunetra Pawar should take over the responsibility of Deputy CM.

Apart from this, there are many names which are coming forward for the post of Deputy CM. NCP working president Praful Patel’s name is also in the race for the post of Deputy CM. Chhagan Bhujbal is an OBC face, who is considered a strong contender for this post. At the same time, many NCP leaders are also in support of State President Sunil Tatkare.

Who will present the budget of Maharashtra?

Ajit Pawar was the Finance Minister of Maharashtra. The state budget 2026 is also to be presented soon. In such a situation, the question arises that now that Ajit Pawar is not there, who will decide the budget and whose responsibility will it be to present it?

The rule is that whenever a minister resigns or dies, all the departments temporarily under him go to the Chief Minister. Until these departments are re-allocated, the CM remains responsible for them. In such a situation, the hope is that Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will present the next budget of Maharashtra.

Who is the next MLA of Baramati?

Baramati Assembly and Lok Sabha constituency has been the stronghold of the Pawar family for many decades. The people here have been expressing their trust first on Sharad Pawar and then on Ajit Pawar. After the death of Ajit Pawar, there was despair among the people of Baramati and a wave of mourning spread in the entire area. His most favorite MLA is not among him today.

Meanwhile, the big question is that who will be Ajit Pawar’s successor in Baramati, who will love the people of Baramati as much as him and pay equal attention to the development of the area? The answer to this question can lie within the Pawar family only, because till date no one has been able to challenge Ajit Pawar on this seat.

Some names have emerged regarding who could be the next MLA of Baramati, which apparently includes Ajit Pawar’s wife Sunetra Pawar, elder son Parth Pawar and younger son Jai Pawar.

Apart from this, the name of Ajit Pawar’s nephew Rohit Pawar is also taken as his successor. Yugendra Pawar’s name is also included in this list. Yugendra Pawar has also contested the elections from Baramati seat against Ajit Pawar, but he was defeated by a margin of more than one lakh votes. In Baramati, the workers of Sharad group call him ‘Nava Dada’ or new Dada.

Who is the next national president of NCP?

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) performed well under the leadership of Ajit Pawar. After separation from uncle Sharad Pawar, political experts were apprehensive about how far Ajit Pawar would be able to progress? But, Ajit Pawar continued to strengthen the organization with his hard work and never looked back. Today he has many ministers in the Maharashtra government.

Obviously, Ajit Pawar’s departure has caused a big blow to the organization. Now to handle the party, a leader as powerful and intelligent as him is needed. There is a strong discussion on who it will be. At present, the names of Ajit Pawar’s wife Sunetra and elder son Parth come up for the post of NCP President.

However, Praful Patel is being discussed the most. Prafulla Pate is a veteran leader of the party who is aware of every ups and downs of the organization and has deep knowledge of politics. He is also the working national president of NCP. NCP leaders and workers want Patel to become the party president and Ajit Pawar’s dreams should be fulfilled under his leadership.

The responsibility of NCP’s national president and deputy CM is given to different leaders.

NCP leaders and workers want Praful Patel to become the national president of the party and Sunetra Pawar to get the post of Deputy CM. With this demand, NCP leaders also met Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. In such a situation, there are indications that instead of merging the two factions of NCP, the leaders should keep the two parties separate. However, while Ajit Pawar is alive, the final decision on the ongoing merger discussions will be taken by Sharad Pawar only.

Ajit Pawar, known as the Deputy Chief Minister and a strong leader in the Maharashtra government, died in a plane crash. On Wednesday, January 28, 5 morning, 5 people including Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash in Baramati.

Ajit Pawar left for Baramati by plane from Mumbai on the morning of 28 January. After reaching Baramati, the plane crashed during landing. Meanwhile, Ajit Pawar’s last phone call was to BJP MLA and nephew Ranajagjitsingh Patil. Before boarding the plane, Ajit Pawar had talked to Ranajagjitsingh Patil. After this, the next conversation was to take place after landing in Baramati.

Ranajagjitsingh Patil said that today is one of the saddest days of my life. It is truly heart breaking to know that not only as an uncle but also as a personality who guided me at every turn of life, gave me courage and taught me to stand strong in difficult situations, he is no more.

Right from childhood, he taught me the true meaning of politics, social service and responsibility through work. I always learned from his company that one should believe in actions more than words and should keep the public interest in mind while taking decisions. Beyond the personal relationship, he has always been a role model and inspiration for me, said BJP MLA Rana Jagjitsingh Patil.

Phone conversation shortly before the accident

Patil said that my mind has really become numb. I had talked to him on phone some time before the accident. That voice, which was speaking lovingly as always, is still echoing in my ears. And it is very difficult to explain how I felt after hearing this bad news within half an hour. This terrible feeling of how life can end in an instant is very disturbing. Beyond personal relationships, he was a constant guide and strong support for me.

The memory of that last conversation is creating a lot of emotional upheaval in my mind, I still cannot believe it, it is still not possible to believe that Ajit Kaka has left us, BJP MLA Rana Jagjitsingh Patil said. This incident has caused a huge loss not only to our family but to the entire state. The feeling of being deprived of an active, experienced and public-friendly leadership is becoming deeper.

The state will continue to feel the pain of losing a leader who worked on the issues of farmers, laborers and common people for a long time. BJP MLA Ranajagjitsingh Patil also said that it will be difficult to fill the void left by his departure.

Former Chief Minister of Maharashtra and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Ashok Chavan has demanded an investigation into the plane crash case of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. Speaking to ABP News in the Parliament complex on the first day of the budget session, Chavan said that when we heard this news, we were shocked.

He said that when I was the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, he was in my cabinet and used to work from 6 in the morning. He said that I had met him only two days ago at a program in Nanded. We shook hands with each other. It was not known then that this would be the last time.

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Chavan said that our career in the assembly started together. Our relationship lasted for many years. Unfortunately, something else had to happen, today there is an atmosphere of sadness in the entire country. Everyone is very sad. He had a high stature in Maharashtra politics. The country and the state have suffered a huge loss.

Chavan said that this accident that happened with Pawar should be investigated. He said that in today’s time the weather also changes anytime. But it is mandatory to conduct an investigation to know what actually happened. If such a big accident has happened then it is natural that DGCA will investigate.

Let us tell you that 6-time Deputy CM Ajit Pawar died in an accident on Wednesday. After his death, there is a wave of mourning in the entire country including Maharashtra. A bandh has been announced in Baramati today. CM and Deputy CM have left for Baramati. On the other hand, Pawar’s uncle Sharad Pawar is also going to Baramati from Mumbai.

There is a wave of mourning in the entire state due to the demise of veteran Maharashtra leader and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. Ajit Pawar is no more with us after his plane crashed in Baramati. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has also expressed grief over their separation.

Remembering Ajit Pawar, CM Devendra Fadnavis said, “He was a grassroots leader. Ajit Dada Bhai Pawar has passed away very tragically. There is an atmosphere of sadness in the family.”

‘Tough day for Maharashtra’

CM Fadnavis further said, “Ajit Pawar was our strong and kind-hearted friend. This is a difficult day for the state. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah have discussed this accident with us.”

‘It was expected that Ajit Pawar would play a long innings’

CM Fadnavis said that losing such a public leader is a big loss. We both did a lot of work together. He has an important contribution in the development of Maharashtra. It was expected that Ajit Pawar would play a very long innings. We have no words for his departure at such a time.

Mountain of sorrow on Pawar family and NCP

The CM said, “It is very difficult to bear the grief that has befallen Ajit Pawar’s family, his party officials and workers. We all are with them in this time of sorrow. When Ajit Pawar’s family reaches Baramati, all the further details will be discussed with them. The CM said that he and Eknath Shinde will go to Baramati.”

Along with CM Fadnavis, every leader of Maharashtra and the general public are shocked and saddened by this accident. Everyone has tears in their eyes remembering the manner in which Ajit Pawar died suddenly. CM Fadnavis told that when the news of Ajit Pawar’s demise reached PM Modi, he immediately called him. They were completely shocked.

Call for bandh in Baramati

The whole of Baramati is saddened by the demise of its beloved leader Ajit Dada. Baramati bandh has been called today to pay tribute to Ajit Pawar. Ajit Pawar was born in the soil of Baramati and kept serving this soil. Today he breathed his last in this soil of Baramati.

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister, Nationalist Congress Party Chief and popular leader Ajit Pawar is no more. He died in the Baramati plane crash on Wednesday, 28 January. This accident happened so suddenly that no one got time to think or understand anything. There is a wave of mourning in entire Maharashtra on the death of Ajit Pawar. Uddhav Thackeray faction leader Sanjay Raut has also expressed condolences.

Shiv Sena UBT’s Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut has called it ‘black day of Maharashtra politics’. He said that without Ajit Pawar, Maharashtra politics is nothing.

Remembering Ajit Pawar, Sanjay Raut said, “We were praying for Dada to come out safely. His personality was open-hearted, every worker loved him. Today a mountain of sorrow has fallen on Maharashtra.”