Key facts
- Sunetra Pawar, NCP National President, warned against "unnecessary interference" in party affairs.
- She stated that party interests will be given the topmost priority.
- Pawar invoked the legacy of the late Ajit Pawar, vowing to make tough decisions for the party's benefit.
- She assured loyal grassroots workers that their contributions would be rewarded with fair opportunities.
- Pawar cautioned leaders against actions that could damage the party's public image.
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) National President Sunetra Pawar has issued a stern warning against "unnecessary interference" in party affairs, asserting that the party's interests will be her utmost priority. Speaking at the NCP's 27th Foundation Day event in Mumbai, Pawar invoked the legacy of the late leader Ajit Pawar, stating that she would emulate his decisive approach to leadership, even if it meant making difficult decisions for the party's benefit.
Pawar assured party cadres that loyalty, commitment, and hard work would be recognized and rewarded, with appointments to state corporations and boards to be made soon based on merit and contribution rather than seniority. She also pledged to protect the rights of long-serving party workers while accommodating new entrants.
Furthermore, Pawar cautioned leaders against engaging in activities that could tarnish the party's public image, warning that she would be compelled to take strict disciplinary action if such situations arose. Her remarks are seen as a significant political message amid internal adjustments and competition for influence within the party.