Raj Thackeray's 'Patil, Not Patel' Jibe Fuels NCP Leadership Speculation After Ajit Pawar's Death
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News18•31-01-2026, 22:14
Raj Thackeray's 'Patil, Not Patel' Jibe Fuels NCP Leadership Speculation After Ajit Pawar's Death
- •MNS chief Raj Thackeray commented on NCP leadership, targeting Praful Patel amidst party uncertainty.
- •Thackeray stated a party "rooted in Marathi soil" should be led by a Marathi person, specifically mentioning "Patil, not Patel."
- •The remark came after Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's death, which led to significant political flux in Maharashtra.
- •Ajit Pawar's wife, Sunetra Pawar, was sworn in as Deputy Chief Minister just three days after his demise.
- •The swift succession and leadership questions are linked to a proposed merger between Ajit Pawar's NCP faction and Sharad Pawar's group.
Why It Matters: Raj Thackeray's controversial remark intensifies debate over NCP's future leadership following Ajit Pawar's death.
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