Highly placed sources said Ajit Pawar earlier led efforts for reconciliation between his faction and uncle Sharad Pawar’s camp for party and family unity.
Maharashtra Dy CM reshuffles NCP leadership and places sons in key roles amid alleged financial irregularities and an attempted power grab, to secure husband Ajit Pawar’s legacy.
Sunetra retains key powers within the family, entrusting financial and funding decisions to sons Parth and Jay Pawar as Patel and Tatkare face an uncertain future in the party.
The 62-year-old leader, thrust into the political spotlight following the passing of the senior NCP figure, polled 2,18,969 votes, winning by a margin of 2,18,034.
