Mumbai, May 17 -- A stand at Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium was inaugurated in honour of Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar (NCP-SCP) chief Sharad Pawar, in recognition of his long-standing contribution to Indian and international cricket administration.

While speaking to ANI, party leader Jitendra Awhad praised Pawar's role in shaping the modern cricketing landscape.

"...Sharad Pawar is behind the existence of this ground," Awhad said, highlighting the veteran leader's efforts in the development and maintenance of the Wankhede Stadium.

He further added, "Sharad Pawar has held the post of President of the BCCI, ICC, and MCA. He has changed the economics of cricket."

Sharad Pawar has previously served as the President of ...