Sharad Pawar Loses NCP Name and Symbol to Nephew's Faction
In a major political shakeup, Sharad Pawar faces setback as Election Commission rules in favor of Ajit Pawar's faction ahead of crucial elections.
- Sharad Pawar loses NCP name and symbol to Ajit Pawar faction, facing a significant setback ahead of elections.
- Sharad Pawar's faction plans to fight back by finding a new name and symbol, with the Supreme Court battle looming.
- Supriya Sule, Sharad Pawar's daughter, alleges a conspiracy against Maharashtra and Marathi people, dubbing the ECI's decision a 'victory of invisible power'.
- The Election Commission's ruling unlikely to change Sharad Pawar's role in the INDIA Opposition bloc, but may affect his bargaining position.
- Ajit Pawar's faction welcomed the ruling, with Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde stating the decision was made on merit.
NDTV 