From the heartland of Baramati, a candid Sharad Pawar dropped a bombshell on January 31, admitting zero knowledge of Sunetra Pawar’s ascent to Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister. The NCP stalwart’s remarks paint a picture of divided loyalties within the once-unified party.
Fielding questions, Pawar deferred to the faction’s decision-makers. ‘NCP insiders like Praful Patel and Sunil Tatkare have taken this step. It’s their call,’ he said, signaling his detachment from the development.
Stepping back further, Pawar emphasized operational independence. ‘The party charts its course. We’ve chosen different political journeys, though family endures through pain,’ he reflected philosophically.
On unity at home, Pawar was firm. ‘Adversity solidifies family bonds. The Pawars face no internal conflicts.’ He reiterated unfamiliarity with oath details, crediting media for the heads-up.
Turning to reconciliation efforts, Pawar highlighted productive dialogues between Ajit Pawar and Jayant Patil. ‘Unity was all but confirmed, slated for public announcement on February 12. Ajit spearheaded it, mirroring our shared goal,’ he disclosed.
Pawar noted his non-participation in talks, which crumbled post the fatal plane crash. Future moves rest with the respective leaders, he opined.
As whispers of power shifts echo in Maharashtra’s corridors, Sharad Pawar’s poised response hints at underlying strategies, keeping the political saga riveting and full of potential twists.