Nagpur, Jan. 29 -- The long-held political ambition of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar to become Maharashtra's Chief Minister remains unfulfilled, even as senior leaders, including BJP's Devendra Fadnavis, had acknowledged his potential for the top post.
Ajit Pawar, a veteran politician with decades of experience and significant administrative influence, had openly spoken about his desire to hold the Chief Minister's office.
On September 17, 2024, following Ganpati darshan in Pune, he told journalists, "I want to become Chief Minister, but for that, you need a majority. Not everyone's wishes get fulfilled." The statement reflected his awareness of the practical realities of state politics.
In a notable reference, Chief Minister Devendra...