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Sunetra Pawar Becomes Maharashtra's First Woman Deputy Chief Minister

Sunetra Pawar has been sworn in as the first woman Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra. She assumes the role following the tragic death of her husband and NCP chief, Ajit Pawar, in a plane crash. The oath was administered by Governor Acharya Devvrat in the presence of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. Leaders, including Rohit Pawar and Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, have congratulated her on the new responsibility.

Key Points: Sunetra Pawar Sworn In as Maharashtra's First Woman Deputy CM

  • First woman Deputy CM of Maharashtra
  • Oath administered at Lok Bhavan
  • Steps into role after Ajit Pawar's demise
  • Known for sustainable development work
  • Ceremony attended by top state leaders
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"In form of Sunetra Pawar we can see Ajit Dada": NCP (SP) leader Rohit Pawar congratulates Maha new DyCM

Sunetra Pawar takes oath as Maharashtra's Deputy CM, stepping into the role after the tragic demise of her husband, Ajit Pawar.

"in the form of Sunetrabai, we can see Ajitdada there somehow! - Rohit Pawar"

Mumbai, January 31

Nationalist Congress Party MLA Rohit Pawar on Saturday congratulated on taking oath as the first woman Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra.

In a post on X, Rohit Pawar said, "I am delighted that Hon. Sunetrabai has taken the oath as the state's first female Deputy Chief Minister. Truth be told, no one can truly take Hon. Ajitdada's place, but at least in the form of Sunetrabai, we can see Ajitdada there somehow!"

"With a mountain of grief weighing on our heads and all of us immersed in mourning, we don't even know how to offer them congratulations!" he added.

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami also congratulated Sunetra Pawar, expressing confidence that she will take Maharashtra's development journey to new heights.

"Sunetra Pawar, hearty congratulations and best wishes on taking the oath as Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra. Certainly, under the guidance of the esteemed Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the able leadership of the honourable Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, you will take Maharashtra's development journey to new heights," Dhami said.

Sunetra Pawar, who was chosen as the leader of the Nationalist Congress Party today after the tragic demise of her husband Ajit Pawar, took oath as the state's Deputy CM at Lok Bhavan in Mumbai amid chants of 'Ajit dada amar rahe'.

Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat administered the oath of office to Sunetra Pawar in the presence of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde.

She stepped into fill the post that became vacant following the tragic demise of NCP chief Ajit Pawar in a plane crash on January 28 in Baramati. With this, Sunetra Pawar becomes the first woman Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra.

Chandrashekhar Bawankule, State President of NCP, Sunil Tatkare and NCP Working President Praful Patel, and Maharashtra Minister Chhagan Bhujbal were also present at the swearing-in ceremony.

Sunetra Pawar is known for her work in sustainable development, environmental conservation, and rural empowerment. As a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha, she has emerged as a driving force behind several initiatives that promote inclusive and sustainable progress.

Ajit Pawar passed away on Wednesday when a chartered plane carrying him crashed-landed in Baramati. Among the deceased were his personal security officer, a flight attendant, and two pilots.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Rohit Pawar's statement is very touching and respectful. "With a mountain of grief..." – that line captures the sentiment of the entire state. It's not just a political appointment; it's a moment filled with personal and public sorrow.
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Aman W
While I wish Sunetra Pawar all the best, the immediate succession within the family does raise questions about political dynasties. Maharashtra needs strong leadership, not just symbolic appointments. Hope she proves her merit independently.
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Sarah B
Her background in sustainable development and rural empowerment is exactly what the state needs. Hopefully, she can bring that focus to the Deputy CM's office. A tragic way to come to power, but an opportunity to do good.
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Vikram M
The chants of 'Ajit dada amar rahe' during the oath... goosebumps. It shows how much he was loved. A huge responsibility now rests on Sunetra ji's shoulders. Jai Maharashtra!
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Karthik V
Good to see cross-party congratulations from Uttarakhand CM as well. In the end, development should be above politics. Hope the double-engine government with Fadnavis ji and now Sunetra ji delivers on promises for farmers and infrastructure.

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