Never expected this,says Chavan

Chavan denied suggestions of political pressure on the state government to oppose the CBI probe. Asked whether the states opposition to the CBI probe was politically motivated,he said,These are actually legal questions8230; The provisions of law must be considered.

Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan reiterated the states stand on Wednesday,telling reporters the government has not sought the CBI inquiry. This affidavit is in line with the Home Departments earlier affidavit, he said,adding the government is not,however,opposed to an investigation of any irregularities.

Ashok Chavan also said the days development was an effort by his political opponents to malign his image. Asked if he had not expected or been given indication that he may be chargesheeted,he said he never guessed during the interrogation or later that the CBI would take this step. However,I have faith in the countrys judiciary and I am confident that I will come out clean.