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Supriya Sule Urges Congress to Withdraw Candidate for Baramati Bypoll

NCP MP Supriya Sule has publicly appealed to the Congress leadership to withdraw its candidate, Akash More, for the upcoming Baramati Assembly by-election. She framed the request as a call for an unopposed election to serve as a dignified tribute to the late Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who began his career with Congress. The ruling Mahayuti alliance has fielded Ajit Pawar's wife, Sunetra Pawar, for the seat. The by-poll, necessitated by Ajit Pawar's demise, is scheduled for April 23, 2026.

Key Points: Baramati Bypoll: Sule's Appeal for Unopposed Election

  • Sule appeals for unopposed bypoll
  • Calls for Congress to withdraw candidate
  • By-election tribute to Ajit Pawar
  • Sunetra Pawar is Mahayuti candidate
  • Polling scheduled for April 23
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Maharashtra: Supriya Sule urges Congress to withdraw candidate for Baramati bypoll in favour of NCP's Sunetra Pawar

NCP's Supriya Sule urges Congress to withdraw its candidate for the Baramati bypoll as a tribute to late Ajit Pawar, seeking an unopposed win for Sunetra Pawar.

"an unopposed election in Baramati would serve as a dignified and heartfelt tribute to his legacy - Supriya Sule"

Mumbai, April 9

NCP MP from Baramati, Supriya Sule, on Thursday urged Congress to withdraw Akash More's candidature for the bye-election for the Baramati Assembly seat, which fell vacant after the demise of the former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar.

Mahayuti has fielded Ajit Pawar's wife and NCP leader Sunetra Pawar, who needs to be part of the Assembly to be in the Deputy CM's seat.

In an X post, Supriya Sule called for an unopposed election as a tribute to the late Ajit Pawar.

She said, "Following the untimely demise of Ajit Pawar, the Baramati Assembly constituency now faces a by-election. Ajit Dada's political journey began with the Congress party, and he maintained a long-standing, respectful association with it throughout his career."

"In this moment of grief and remembrance, an unopposed election in Baramati would serve as a dignified and heartfelt tribute to his legacy of public service and inclusive politics. I sincerely appeal to the Congress leadership to consider this gesture in the spirit of respect, unity," the post read.

Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane slammed the Congress for fielding a candidate in Baramati, saying, "This is a quintessential example of the kind of politics practised by the Congress, and it is precisely this approach that has led to the party's decline."

Akash More is the secretary of Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee. His father, Vijayrao More, was a Member of the Maharashtra Legislative Council (MLC).

The Election Commission of India (ECI) had earlier announced the schedule for by-elections to eight Assembly constituencies in six states. The two Maharashtra constituencies include Rahuri in Ahilyanagar district and Baramati in Pune district.

The seats fell vacant following the demise of MLA Shivaji Bhanudas Kardile from Rahuri and Mahrashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Anantrao Pawar from Baramati. Polling for these by-elections will be held on April 23, 2026, with counting scheduled for May 4.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
This is just political posturing. Why should Congress withdraw? It's a democratic process. Every party has the right to contest. The "tribute" argument feels convenient for the ruling alliance. Let the people of Baramati decide.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see this play out. From an outside perspective, it seems like a very emotional and personal appeal. But in a democracy, competition is healthy. Nitesh Rane's criticism seems a bit harsh though.
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Vikram M
The real issue is Sunetra Pawar needing to be in the Assembly to hold the Deputy CM seat. That's the practical reason behind this request. The "tribute" is the emotional wrapper. Typical Maharashtra politics! 🧐
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Akash W
Respectfully, I disagree with Sule ji. Ajit Pawar was a fierce competitor. He thrived on political battles. A contested election, fought with dignity, would be a truer tribute to his spirit than a walkover. Jai Maharashtra!
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Kavya N
It's a tough spot for Congress. If they withdraw, they look weak. If they contest, they look disrespectful. But ultimately, their duty is to their workers and voters in Baramati, not to the Pawar family's political convenience.

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