Sunetra Pawar formally took charge as Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister on Tuesday, marking a milestone moment in the state’s political history. Recently sworn in, she is the first woman to assume the office, adding a new chapter to Maharashtra’s governance and the Nationalist Congress Party’s legacy. The moment was symbolically significant as she was seen seated at her official desk at the Mantralaya in Mumbai, signaling the beginning of her administrative responsibilities.
Sunetra Pawar First Woman Deputy CM Of Maharashtra
Ahead of taking charge, Sunetra Pawar bow down to chair of former Deputy CM and her husband late Ajit Pawar who died in a plane crash last month.
The ceremony was attended by her son, Parth Pawar, along with several senior leaders of the NCP, reflecting the party’s visible support as she transitions into one of the most powerful executive roles in the state.
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Spiritual Start To A New Political Chapter
Soon after assuming office, Sunetra Pawar began her day with a visit to the Siddhivinayak temple, one of Mumbai’s most revered religious sites. The temple visit was seen as a gesture seeking blessings at the start of her tenure in public office.
Following this, she travelled to Chaityabhoomi in Dadar, a site of immense historical and social significance. There, she paid homage to Bharat Ratna Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the principal architect of the Indian Constitution. By laying floral tributes at his memorial and observing a moment of silence, Pawar underscored her respect for Ambedkar’s ideals of social justice, equality, and constitutional values—principles that continue to shape Maharashtra’s political discourse.
Later in the day, Sunetra Pawar arrived at the Nationalist Congress Party’s Mumbai office, where she received a warm and enthusiastic reception. Party workers and leaders gathered in large numbers, greeting her with slogans and expressions of solidarity as she formally entered her new role within both the party and the government.
At the headquarters, Pawar paid homage to her late husband, former Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. The moment was marked by emotion and reflection, as party members acknowledged both her personal journey and her political responsibility. Supporters reiterated their commitment to stand by her leadership as she takes on the challenges that come with high office.
