Key meetings are being convened by allies Uddhav Thackeray and the Congress amidst the conflict between Amid Pawar and Pawar.
On Sunday, a vertical split occurred within the NCP as Ajit Pawar joined the Shiv Sena-BJP government in Maharashtra, leading to a crisis in the state.
New Delhi/Mumbai: The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) is engulfed in a full-blown tussle as rival factions clash following the high-profile defection of Ajit Pawar and eight other MLAs to the Shiv Sena-BJP government. The dramatic turn of events has led to a series of dismissals within the party, with both factions preparing to hold separate meetings in Mumbai today.
The NCP, known for its prominent role in Maharashtra politics, witnessed a seismic shift when Ajit Pawar, the nephew of party supremo Sharad Pawar, joined forces with the Shiv Sena and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). This unexpected move has sent shockwaves throughout the political landscape, prompting an immediate response from the rival factions within the NCP.
In the wake of Pawar’s defection, both factions within the NCP wasted no time in launching a sacking spree, targeting members associated with the opposing side. The internal turmoil has exacerbated the already intense power struggle, with each faction vying for control and supremacy within the party.
As the NCP grapples with this internal crisis, separate meetings have been scheduled in Mumbai today, further highlighting the deepening divisions within the party. These meetings are expected to provide a platform for both factions to strategize, regroup, and assert their respective positions.
The fallout from Ajit Pawar’s decision has raised questions about the stability and future trajectory of the NCP, which has long been an influential force in Maharashtra politics. With the defection of key leaders, the party now faces the arduous task of reorganizing and consolidating its support base amidst a rapidly evolving political landscape.
The political landscape in Maharashtra is poised for further upheaval as the rival factions within the NCP intensify their efforts to safeguard their interests. As the situation unfolds, all eyes remain on the outcome of the separate meetings in Mumbai, which could provide crucial insights into the future direction of the party and its ability to weather this storm.