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Fadnavis to Complete Ajit Pawar's Budget, Vows Support to NCP Family

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced he will personally take charge of completing the 2026-27 state budget preparations initiated by the late Deputy CM Ajit Pawar. He affirmed the BJP and state government's full support for the NCP and Ajit Pawar's family, respecting the party's internal decisions on future leadership. Fadnavis confirmed discussions are ongoing regarding the Deputy Chief Minister's post but stated the final decision rests with the NCP. He also mentioned that Mayoral elections in major cities are under discussion within the ruling MahaYuti alliance.

Key Points: Fadnavis Takes Charge of State Budget After Ajit Pawar's Death

  • Fadnavis to oversee 2026-27 budget
  • Pledges support to Ajit Pawar's family
  • NCP leadership decision awaited
  • MahaYuti alliance stability assured
  • Mayoral elections under discussion
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Will complete Ajit Pawar's unfinished budget, stand firmly with his family: CM Fadnavis

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis pledges to fulfill Ajit Pawar's budget vision and assures full support to the NCP and his family during the transition.

"Whatever decision the NCP takes regarding its leadership or the family, we as a government and as the BJP will stand firmly behind them. - Devendra Fadnavis"

Nagpur, Jan 30

In the wake of the sudden vacuum created by the passing of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday moved to ensure administrative continuity and political stability.

The Chief Minister announced that he would personally take charge of the 2026-27 State Budget, a project Ajit Pawar had been meticulously preparing.

Fadnavis stated that Ajit Pawar, who as the Finance Minister, had done extensive groundwork for the upcoming financial year.

"To ensure his vision is fulfilled, I will personally oversee the budget work starting tomorrow," he said. The sudden loss of Ajit Pawar has raised questions regarding the upcoming state budget.

Fadnavis clarified that while Ajit Pawar had completed most of the preparations, he would personally oversee the process now.

"Ajit Dada had handled all the budget preparations. I will personally look into the remaining processes starting tomorrow. We will eventually decide who will present the budget in the legislature," Fadnavis said.

The CM affirmed that the BJP and the state government will stand "with full force" behind the NCP and Ajit Pawar's family. He emphasised that any decision regarding the future leadership of the NCP would be respected and supported by the ruling alliance.

"Whatever decision the NCP takes regarding its leadership or the family, we as a government and as the BJP will stand firmly behind them," Fadnavis reiterated, seeking to provide a sense of stability to the MahaYuti alliance during this period of transition.

When asked if a formal proposal for the Deputy Chief Minister's post had been received, Fadnavis confirmed that discussions are underway.

"They (NCP leaders) have met and discussed their internal procedures and available options with me twice. However, the final decision rests with their party, and it would not be appropriate for me to comment further until they finalise it," he added.

Additionally, the Chief Minister spoke about the pending Mayoral elections in Mumbai, Nagpur, and other cities.

He noted that discussions within the MahaYuti alliance are ongoing, and final candidates for these positions will be decided in the coming days after consulting local party heads and legislators.

- IANS

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Shreya B
This is a good gesture, but I hope the focus remains on the people's welfare and not just political stability. The budget should reflect the common man's needs - inflation, jobs, farmers. Let's see if the vision truly continues or if it gets altered.
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Aman W
A sad loss for Maharashtra politics. Ajit Pawar was a seasoned administrator. Fadnavis ji stepping in is the right thing to do. The alliance needs to stay strong now. The upcoming mayor elections in Mumbai and Nagpur will be the real test of this unity.
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Priyanka N
Respectfully, while the CM's assurance is welcome, the NCP should be given the space and time to decide their future course without any external pressure. The statement of "standing firmly behind them" is good, but it must not translate to undue influence. The family's grief is paramount.
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Vikram M
Practical and necessary steps. The work of the state cannot stop. Hoping the budget presentation is smooth and the allocations for infrastructure projects, especially in Nagpur and Mumbai, are not delayed. Time for the MahaYuti to show solid teamwork.
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Kriti O
The real tribute would be to pass a budget that helps farmers, students, and small businesses. Ajit Pawar understood the rural economy well. I hope that groundwork is honoured. Also, curious to see who becomes the new Deputy CM!

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