India, Nov. 10 -- Deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar on Sunday put to rest speculation about his younger son Jay Pawar's possible political debut in local body elections, confirming that he will not be contesting the upcoming Baramati Municipal Council election for the post of council president.

In recent days, political circles had been abuzz with the prospect of Jay Pawar entering the fray for the civic body's top post. The absence of any official word from the family or the party had only fueled curiosity about his potential entry into active politics.

Speaking to reporters in Baramati, Ajit Pawar dismissed the rumours outright. "I have also heard about it, but nothing of that sort is going to happen," he said firmly.

His remarks come...