Mumbai: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP leader Ajit Pawar stated on Saturday that there have been no discussions regarding seat-sharing among members of the state's ruling alliance for the upcoming Lok Sabha and assembly elections. The Mahayuti alliance comprises the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Shiv Sena led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, and the Nationalist Congress Party (Ajit Pawar faction).
Addressing reporters in Pune, the deputy chief minister emphasized the stability of the Mahayuti government, stating that all 200 MLAs are united, and the state is progressing well under the leadership of Shinde. Pawar clarified rumors surrounding his health, denying any political illness and dismissing claims of meeting Union Home Minister Amit Shah to file a complaint. He mentioned that no discussions had taken place regarding seat-sharing for the upcoming elections in Maharashtra, citing ongoing assembly elections in some states.
Commenting on the water management situation in the state, Pawar noted a drought-like scenario. He announced plans for a meeting with the chief minister, deputy chief ministers, and collectors to address the issue and formulate strategies to tackle the situation.
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