'NCP’s strength revolves only around Ajit Pawar’: Pune, Pimpri Chinchwad election verdict a lesson

Despite challenging the BJP on his home turf, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's efforts in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic elections failed to yield significant results. However, the alliance with Sharad Pawar's NCP (SP) has opened pathways for a united NCP, with Ajit Pawar gaining acceptance from his uncle's supporters for a potential merger.