Ajit Pawar bats for Barne
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Monday emphasised the importance of electing the Mahayuti candidate from Maval with even more votes than last time, during a coordination meeting of Mahayuti allies for the Maval Lok Sabha Constituency.
"Despite a long-standing relationship with the opposition candidate Sanjog Waghere, certain protocols must be observed once the election campaign commences," Pawar urged NCP workers, advising them not to engage with the opposition candidate and maintain distance until polling day on May 13.
Relief and Rehabilitation Minister Anil Patil, Industries Minister Uday Samant, Mahayuti candidate MP Shrirang Barne, MLA Ashwini Jagtap, Sunil Shelke, Uma Khapare, and Chandrakanta Sonkamble of the Athavale group were present at the meeting.
Pawar also emphasised the need for a focus on developmental politics in changing times.
Pawar affirmed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's dedication to the nation's safety and economic growth. He highlighted Modi's commitment to delivering development projects and challenged opposition promises, emphasising the significance of this election in shaping the future of the youth, while dismissing opposition claims and prioritising development over rhetoric.
Pawar also reaffirmed the nation's commitment to defending the constitution and ensuring the continuation of democratic elections.
Amidst the meeting, tensions arose as RPI officebearers expressed displeasure over the exclusion of the RPI group's city president from the platform. Minister Samant intervened to address their concerns, arranging a meeting with candidate Srirang Barane to resolve the issue.