Challenges stacked against Sunetra Pawar, who will take charge in a turbulent political scenario, amid a flux in two parties
Sunetra Pawar, widow of late Ajit Pawar, is set to be the first woman Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra. She will inherit a party facing challenges, including navigating the path toward merging with Sharad Pawar’s party and managing public pressure for the merger. The sudden death of her husband has thrown the NCP into turmoil, leaving its future uncertain. While she inherits a significant political legacy, Sunetra Pawar will face the complexities of leading a party in a politically volatile environment.
1 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
Sunetra Pawar was appointed Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister following the death of Ajit Pawar.
— The Hindu
Piyush Goyal's claim that Praful Patel was appointed NCP president was denied by Patel, who emphasized democratic processes for leadership decisions.
4 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
Sharad Pawar, NCP leader, clarified that Devendra Fadnavis, Maharashtra Chief Minister, is not involved in merger talks and Ajit Pawar and Jayant Patil are leading the discussions.
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