Sunetra Pawar To Take Oath As Maharashtra's First Woman Deputy Chief Minister

On this special report, the focus is on the major political transition in Maharashtra following the tragic demise of Ajit Pawar in a plane crash on January 28. The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) legislative party has unanimously chosen Sunetra Pawar to lead the party and succeed her late husband. The speaker notes, 'Sunetra Pawar becomes the first woman to hold that position in the state', referring to the post of Deputy Chief Minister. The ceremony, held at Lok Bhavan in Mumbai, marks a significant shift as she transitions from a Rajya Sabha MP to the Deputy Chief Minister's office. Senior leaders, including Praful Patel, were present as preparations were finalised for the Governor to administer the oath. The report highlights that Sunetra Pawar is expected to retain the key cabinet portfolios previously held by her husband in the current administration, ensuring continuity for the NCP faction amidst the recent tragedy.