Politics

Sharad Pawar pushed to corner as Sunetra tightens her grip on NCP, merger unravels

February 28, 2026

Sunetra Pawar has officially taken over as the president of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), marking a significant shift away from Sharad Pawar's influence. This transition is being referred to as the beginning of the 'Sunetra Parva', indicating the party's commitment to continue the legacy of her late husband, Ajit Pawar, while rejecting any pressures from Sharad Pawar's faction, which now appears unlikely to reconcile with the main NCP.

After Sunetra Pawar was named the NCP chief, what came as a surprise to many within the NCP was the aggressive tone and tenor of its senior leaders, mainly directed against Sharad Pawar

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Key Highlights

Sunetra Pawar appointed as NCP national president, succeeding Ajit Pawar.
The NCP signals a definitive break from Sharad Pawar's faction.
Party leadership emphasizes the continuation of Ajit Pawar's political legacy.
The transition is termed 'Sunetra Parva', indicating a new era for the NCP.
Reconciliation between the NCP and Sharad Pawar-led faction seems unlikely.

Political Pulse Cities Mumbai

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Sharad Pawar pushed to corner as Sunetra tightens her grip on NCP, merger unravels

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