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Sunetra Pawar Expected to Lead NCP Legislature Party After Ajit Pawar's Death

The Nationalist Congress Party's legislature members are meeting to elect their new leader, with Sunetra Pawar widely expected to be chosen. This follows the tragic death of her husband, senior leader Ajit Pawar, in a plane crash earlier this week. Party state president Sunil Tatkare expressed hope that Sunetra Pawar would be elected, reflecting the sentiments of the people and party workers. After the election, an official letter will be presented to the Chief Minister for a final decision on the appointment.

Key Points: NCP to Elect Sunetra Pawar as Legislature Party Leader

  • NCP legislature party meeting at 2 PM
  • Sunetra Pawar expected to be elected leader
  • Decision to be conveyed to Chief Minister
  • Follows death of Ajit Pawar in plane crash
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"Party meeting at 2 PM... hope Sunetra Pawar will be elected": Sunil Tatkare on NCP's Legislature Party leader

NCP's legislature party meets to elect Sunetra Pawar as its leader following the death of Ajit Pawar. The decision will be conveyed to the CM.

"We hope that keeping in mind the sentiments of people, Sunetra Pawar will be elected as the leader. - Sunil Tatkare"

Mumbai, January 31

Nationalist Congress Party's Maharashtra State President Sunil Tatkare said the party's legislature members will hold a meeting on Saturday afternoon to elect the leader of the Legislature Party, with Sunetra Pawar expected to be chosen.

After the meeting, NCP members will meet the Chief Minister with an official letter for a final decision.

Ajit Pawar, 66, died in a plane crash along with four others on Wednesday.

Speaking to the mediapersons here, Tatkare said, "Our legislature party members will meet at 2 pm today. The Group leader (Leader of Legislature Party) will be elected. We hope that keeping in mind the sentiments of people, Sunetra Pawar will be elected as the leader. After that, NCP members will meet the CM with an official letter and then he will make a decision."

He added that NCP MLAs, MPs, and leaders have collectively made a decision regarding Sunetra Pawar, and more details will be shared after today's legislature party meeting.

"Today, we saw a video showing the meeting, which took place over tea in Baramati during an agriculture exhibition. After this, Ajit Dada held a press conference and said that discussions were held regarding the local body elections. Ajit Dada himself noted the details of that day when the discussion took place and shared it with the journalists. We will speak to you in detail after today's meeting. NCP MLAs, MPs, and leaders have collectively made a decision regarding Sunetra Pawar," he said.

NCP MLA Pramod Hindurao added that all members want Sunetra Pawar to take on the responsibility, after which the process and oath-taking or further formalities will be finalised.

"There is a legislative party meeting at 2 PM this afternoon, where all our leaders will make a decision. However, everyone wants Sunetra Pawar to take on this responsibility. After that meeting, the process will be followed, and then the oath-taking ceremony or whatever further program is decided will be finalised. All party workers want Sunetra Pawar to accept this position as soon as possible," Hindurao said.

- ANI

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Sarah B
While continuity is important, I hope the party also considers merit and vision for Maharashtra's future, not just sentiment. The new leader has big shoes to fill and serious challenges to address.
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Vikram M
The way the party is uniting behind Sunetra tai shows great respect. In our culture, the family carries forward the work. Hope she gets the full support of all MLAs and can guide the NCP forward.
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Priyanka N
A terrible tragedy. But life and politics must go on. Sunetra Pawar has been by Ajit Dada's side for decades, she understands the grassroots of Baramati and Maharashtra politics better than most. A sensible decision.
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Michael C
Interesting to see the succession process unfold so quickly. Seems very pre-decided, which is common in Indian political dynasties. The real test will be her policy stance and ability to hold the alliance together.
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Anjali F
My heart goes out to the family. Losing a leader so suddenly is shocking. If the party workers and MLAs want Sunetra ji, then it's the right call. She has our support from Pune!

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