Sunetra Pawar is set to become Deputy CM. An official announcement is possible after the NCP CLP meeting, with speculation of her receiving the Excise and Sports ministries gaining momentum.
A major development has emerged in Maharashtra politics. Sources indicate that Sunetra Pawar has accepted the offer to become Deputy CM. It is expected that this decision will be officially approved after the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) legislative party meeting on Saturday. If everything goes as planned, the state may soon have a new Deputy Chief Minister.
- Major power shift in the Mahayuti government
- Possible Swearing-In This Evening
- An official announcement may be made after the NCP CLP meeting
- Chief Minister Fadnavis May Take Over the Finance Ministry
- Is the decision related to the Pune Zilla Parishad elections?
- Internal Discussions Within the Pawar Family
Major power shift in the Mahayuti government
In political circles, this is being linked to the balance of power within the Mahayuti government. Sunetra Pawar’s entry will not only change the government structure but could also create new political dynamics within the NCP.
Sources indicate that, in addition to becoming Deputy Chief Minister, Sunetra Pawar is set to be assigned the Excise and Sports ministries. These two departments are directly linked to the state’s revenue system and youth policy, making this appointment strategically crucial.
Possible Swearing-In This Evening
According to reports, Sunetra Pawar’s swearing-in ceremony is expected to take place around 5 pm on Saturday. If the ceremony goes ahead as scheduled, it will be a pivotal political moment for the Mahayuti government.
Political analysts believe this decision will also shape the strategy for the upcoming elections.
An official announcement may be made after the NCP CLP meeting
Amidst this development, a meeting of the NCP Legislative Party (CLP) has been called for 2 pm on Saturday. This meeting is likely to discuss leadership, the role in the government, and the party’s future political direction in detail.
Party sources say that an official announcement regarding Sunetra Pawar becoming Deputy CM may be made after this meeting.
Chief Minister Fadnavis May Take Over the Finance Ministry
Meanwhile, significant news is also emerging regarding Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Sources indicate that he may personally take charge of the Finance Ministry before the upcoming budget session. It is believed that the purpose of doing so is to directly oversee budget preparations and economic policies.
Is the decision related to the Pune Zilla Parishad elections?
Senior NCP leaders proposed making Sunetra Pawar Deputy Chief Minister as part of a strategy to strengthen the party organization. This move is considered extremely important, especially considering the Pune Zilla Parishad elections scheduled for February 7th.
Political experts say that this decision could send a strong message at the ground level.
Internal Discussions Within the Pawar Family
According to reports, this proposal was discussed extensively within the Pawar family. Only after this did Sunetra Pawar agree to accept the Deputy Chief Minister position. Party insiders view this as an attempt to strengthen her hold on power and keep the organization united.
Although no formal statement has been issued by the government or the party, there is a growing buzz in political circles that the CLP meeting could lead to a major shift in Maharashtra politics.
If everything goes as planned, new pieces of machinery will be seen in Maharashtra’s political landscape in the coming days. With Sunetra Pawar becoming Deputy Chief Minister, a new chapter could begin for both the Mahayuti government and the NCP.