Ajit Pawar's Death: What's Next for His NCP Faction and Maharashtra Politics?
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Moneycontrol•28-01-2026, 12:12
Ajit Pawar's Death: What's Next for His NCP Faction and Maharashtra Politics?
- •Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar passed away at 66 after a plane crash en route to Baramati.
- •His death creates uncertainty for MLAs, MPs, and MLCs who backed his NCP faction, raising questions about their future allegiance.
- •Ajit Pawar had split from Sharad Pawar in 2023, securing the NCP name and symbol, but his faction's electoral performance was mixed.
- •The death upends political equations in Maharashtra, especially for the NDA alliance, and raises speculation about a potential return to Sharad Pawar's NCP (SP).
- •His wife Sunetra and son Parth are expected to carry forward his legacy, but Sharad Pawar's influence remains significant.
Why It Matters: Ajit Pawar's sudden death leaves his NCP faction leaderless, creating political uncertainty in Maharashtra.
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