Maharashtra politics has heated up ahead of the upcoming municipal corporation elections, as Ajit Pawar openly targeted the BJP and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. While Ajit Pawar’s NCP faction is part of the ruling Mahayuti alliance with BJP and the Shinde-led Shiv Sena, several civic polls are witnessing direct contests between allies. In Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation, Ajit Pawar is contesting against his uncle Sharad Pawar’s camp, reviving his aggressive political stance. Taking a sharp dig at the BJP, Ajit Pawar remarked that the same party which once accused him in a ₹70,000 crore scam is now sharing power with him. His remarks signal growing friction within the ruling alliance ahead of crucial urban elections.


