‘Who wouldn’t want to see their leader in such a high position?’: Sunetra Pawar addresses supporters’ demand to see Ajit take CM seat

Though Ajit Pawar's NCP secured a significant victory with a margin of 1.16 lakh votes, it was still lower than the margin achieved in the last Assembly election.

Sunetra Pawar shared her confidence in Ajit Pawar's success, given his 35 years of dedication to Baramati. (Express Photo by Pavan Khengre)

Hundreds of supporters of Ajit Pawar thronged his residence in Baramati, raising the slogan “Ajit Dada will be the CM of Maharashtra” as they celebrated his victory in the constituency. The celebrations included distribution of sweets and congratulatory messages to his wife and Rajya Sabha MP, Sunetra Pawar, who expressed gratitude and optimism about the future.

Adding to the excitement, Ajit’s sons, Parth and Jay Pawar, made a grand entry in a bike rally alongside their supporters to celebrate the victory, with the color pink dominating the festivities. Sunetra Pawar, moved by the vibrant atmosphere, remarked, “A pinkish environment is the environment of truth”.

Though Ajit Pawar’s NCP secured a significant victory with a margin of 1.16 lakh votes, it was still lower than the margin achieved in the last Assembly election, noted Pawar while addressing the media at Sahyog Bunglow in Baramati.

Speaking from her residence after being greeted by jubilant supporters, Sunetra shared her confidence in Ajit Pawar’s success, given his 35 years of dedication to Baramati, according to her.

“Dada’s 35 years of hard work and commitment to public welfare have paved the way for this victory. These decades of development directly contributed to his win,” she said.

Recalling her experience of campaigning on his behalf, she added, “While attending rallies, I could sense from the public’s reaction that the victory was certain. His work speaks for itself.”

Addressing the desire of Ajit Pawar’s supporters to see him as the Chief Minister, Sunetra remarked, “The numbers look promising, and who wouldn’t want to see their leader in such a high position? This isn’t just our wish — it’s the people’s wish to see him in some high position. We will see what the future holds.”

Shubham Tigga

Shubham Tigga is a Correspondent at The Indian Express, presently based in Pune, where he covers the intersections of infrastructure, labor, and the modern economy. His reporting focuses on civil aviation, urban mobility, the gig economy, and workers' unions, providing critical insights into how transit and commercial sectors impact the daily lives of citizens. Expertise & Background Before moving to Pune, he reported extensively from his home state of Chhattisgarh, where he focused on Indigenous (Adivasi) issues, environmental justice, and grassroots struggles in mainland India. This experience gives him a unique lens through which he analyzes the impact of large-scale infrastructure projects on local communities. Academic Foundation He is an alumnus of the prestigious Asian College of Journalism (ACJ), where he honed his skills in investigative reporting and ethical journalism. His academic training, combined with his field experience in Central India, allows him to navigate complex socio-economic landscapes with nuance and accuracy. You can reach out to him on LinkedIn ... Read More

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