Mumbai: Ajit Pawar, the leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), joined the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on July 2, 2023, and was sworn in as the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
Pawar’s decision to join the NDA came as a surprise to many, as the NCP had been a member of the Shiv Sena-led Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government for the past two and a half years. However, Pawar’s decision was reportedly motivated by his desire to become the Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
Pawar’s decision has sparked a political crisis in Maharashtra, as the MVA government is now in a minority. The Shiv Sena has accused Pawar of betraying the party, and has called for his resignation. The Congress and the NCP have also expressed their displeasure with Pawar’s decision.
The BJP, on the other hand, has welcomed Pawar’s decision, and has said that it is open to forming a government with the NCP. The BJP has also said that it is willing to give Pawar the Chief Ministership of Maharashtra.
It is still unclear what the future holds for Maharashtra. The MVA government could collapse, or it could be able to survive with the support of independent MLAs. It is also possible that a new government will be formed with the BJP and the NCP.
Pawar’s decision to join the NDA has been met with mixed reactions. Some people have praised his decision, saying that it is a sign of his political pragmatism. Others have criticized his decision, saying that it is a betrayal of the NCP and the MVA government.
Only time will tell what the long-term impact of Pawar’s decision will be. However, it is clear that his decision has shaken up the political landscape in Maharashtra.