NCP Foundation Day : Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar Faction to Hold Separate Celebration in Pune

The Sharad Pawar faction will hold its anniversary celebration at Balgandharva Rangmandir at 10 a.m., where Sharad Pawar is expected to address party workers. The gathering is likely to feature key announcements, particularly in the context of the upcoming local body elections. Party insiders suggest that significant roles within the organization could also be clarified during the event.

Meanwhile, the Ajit Pawar-led faction, which includes Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, has scheduled its own celebration at 1 p.m. on the same day at Shri Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Balewadi. Ajit Pawar will also address his group’s workers directly, outlining the future roadmap and political strategy.

The separate celebrations by the two factions have sparked considerable political interest across Maharashtra. With municipal elections on the horizon, both events are being closely watched for indications of political positioning, messaging, and possible new directions for the party's respective groups.

The parallel functions highlight the ongoing divide within the NCP after its dramatic split in 2023, and they reflect the deeper ideological and leadership rift between the party’s two most prominent leaders. All eyes are now on Pune to see what tone each group sets for the road ahead.