Ajit Pawar takes oath as second Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra

Ajit Pawar is set to take oath as a Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra shortly

Ajit Pawar on July 2 was sworn in as a Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra at Raj Bhavan in Mumbai. Senior NCP leaders including Chhagan Bhujbal, Praful Patel, Dilip Walse-Patil, Dhananjay Munde and others were also present at the venue.

A top NCP leader from Sharad Pawar’s “camp” told The Hindu that “Sharad Pawar is not supporting Ajit Pawar.” “Chhagan and Praful bhai are also not on our side,” the leader said.

In a tweet, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut said “A group of individuals has taken it upon themselves to initiate the cleanup of Maharashtra politics. Let them proceed with their efforts. Recently, I had a conversation with Mr. Sharad Pawar, who expressed his confidence by saying, “I am strong. We have the backing of the people. Together with Uddhav Thackeray, we will rebuild everything anew.” Indeed, the people will not endure this charade for an extended period.””

The development comes shortly after Ajit Pawar held a meeting with senior NCP legislators at his residence in Mumbai.