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Fadnavis Backs Parth Pawar, Clarifies NCP Decisions Are Internal

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis clarified that the BJP-Shinde alliance has no objection to Parth Pawar and stated that decisions within the Nationalist Congress Party are internal matters. This statement came a day after Sunetra Pawar, widow of the late Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, was sworn in as Maharashtra's new Deputy Chief Minister. She fills the vacancy created by Ajit Pawar's tragic demise in a plane crash, becoming the state's first woman Deputy CM. The oath ceremony was administered by Governor Acharya Devvrat and attended by top state and NCP leaders.

Key Points: Fadnavis on Parth Pawar, NCP Dynamics After Sunetra's Oath

  • Fadnavis clarifies stance on Parth Pawar
  • Sunetra Pawar sworn in as Deputy CM
  • She is first woman Deputy CM of Maharashtra
  • Oath followed demise of Ajit Pawar
  • Fadnavis denies prior merger talks
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"No objection to Parth Pawar": Maharashtra CM a day after Sunetra Pawar's oath

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis states no objection to Parth Pawar and says NCP decisions are internal, a day after Sunetra Pawar became Deputy CM.

"NCP's decisions are taken by the party itself. We have no objection to Parth Pawar. - Devendra Fadnavis"

Mumbai, February 1

Just a day after NCP leader Sunetra Pawar took oath as Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said that decisions regarding the Nationalist Congress Party are made internally.

Fadnavis also clarified that there is no opposition to Parth Pawar. He also said that if there were any merger talks, Ajit Pawar would have informed him.

Addressing a press conference in Mumbai, CM Fadnavis said, "NCP's decisions are taken by the party itself. We have no objection to Parth Pawar. If there were any merger talks, Ajit Dada would have told me."

A day earlier, NCP Sunetra Pawar, leader of the Nationalist Congress Party and widow of the late Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, took oath as the state's Deputy Chief Minister at Lok Bhavan in Mumbai.

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

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

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

She was also elected leader of the NCP Legislative Party. NCP leaders then met with Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis to finalise Sunetra Pawar's appointment as Deputy CM.

She is known for her work in sustainable development, environmental conservation, and rural empowerment.

A Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha, she has emerged as a driving force behind several initiatives that promote inclusive and sustainable progress.

In 2010, she founded the Environmental Forum of India (EFOI), a non-governmental organisation dedicated to raising environmental awareness and fostering eco-conscious communities. She has led extensive grassroots campaigns focusing on biodiversity conservation, protection of endangered species, water resource management, and drought mitigation.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I respect her personal achievements, this feels like pure political dynasty management. The CM saying "no objection to Parth Pawar" just confirms it. The seat was vacant for barely 3 days. We need more merit-based appointments, not just filling posts with family.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see how this plays out. Fadnavis is very careful with his words - "if there were any merger talks, Ajit Dada would have told me." Sounds like he's keeping all options open while maintaining coalition harmony. Smart politics.
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Vikram M
Her work with EFOI and rural empowerment is commendable. Maharashtra faces serious water and environmental challenges. If she can translate her NGO experience into effective policy, it could be very good for the state. Fingers crossed!
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Aman W
The speed of this appointment after the tragic accident shows the party machinery is strong. But the real test will be administration. Being a good MP or environmentalist is different from running a complex state like Maharashtra. Wishing her the best.
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Kavya N
Finally a woman in one of the top posts! It's about time. Hope she paves the way for more. As for Fadnavis's comments, it's all about keeping the alliance stable before any bigger moves. The mention of Parth Pawar is definitely a signal.

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