Maharashtra Elections 2024: NCP Ajit Pawar Group Reveals First Candidate List
In a move that has political enthusiasts buzzing, the Ajit Pawar faction of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has released its much-anticipated first candidate list for the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly Elections. A total of 38 candidates have been unveiled, including key figures and some surprising omissions. So, who’s in, and who’s out? Let’s dive into the details!
Ajit Pawar’s NCP Unveils First Maharashtra Elections 2024 Candidate List, Key Names
Big Names and Bold Moves
The release of this candidate list marks a significant moment in the lead-up to the elections. Among the notable names is Ajit Pawar himself, the National President of NCP and Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, who will contest from Baramati. Joining him are prominent ministers like Chhagan Bhujbal and Dilip Walse Patil, solidifying the faction's influence in the state.
Here’s a snapshot of the candidates from the Ajit Pawar faction:
Baramati - Ajit Pawar
Ambegaon - Dilip Walse Patil
Amravati - Sulabha Khodke
Indapur - Dattatray Bharne
Pimpri - Anna Bansode
Pathri - Nirmala Witekar
Maval - Sunil Shelke
Yevla - Chhagan Bhujbal
Kagal - Hasan Mushrif
Sinnar - Manikrao Kokate
Shriwardhan - Aditi Tatkare
Udgir - Sanjay Bansode
Arjuni Moragao - Rajkumar Badole
Majalgaon - Prakash Solanke
Wai - Makrand Patil
Khed Alandi - Dilip Mohite Patil
Ahmednagar - Sangram Jagtap
Ahmedpur - Babasaheb Patil
Kalwan - Nitin Pawar
Kopargaon - Ashutosh Kale
Akole - Kiran Lahamate
Wasmat - Raju Navghare
Chiplun - Shekhar Nikam
Junnar - Atul Benke
Mohol - Yashwant Mane
Hadapsar - Chetan Tupe
Devlali - Saroj Ahire
Chandgad - Rajesh Patil
Igatpuri - Hiraman Khoskar
Tumsar - Raju Karemore
Pusad - Indranil Naik
Nawapur - Bharat Gavit
Mumbra Kalwa - Najib Mulla
The Mystery of the Omitted Name
Interestingly, one name notably absent from the list is Sunil Tingre, the incumbent MLA from Wadgaon Sheri. This omission has sparked speculation about whether this constituency will swing towards the BJP. Political circles are abuzz with discussions about this unexpected turn of events.