Sunetra Pawar meets Prashant Kishor in Mumbai
NCP leader Sunetra Pawar met with political strategist Prashant Kishor in Mumbai, sparking speculation regarding the stability of the Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra. Following the meeting, Maharashtra Revenue Minister and BJP leader Chandrashekhar Bawankule advised against any actions that could cause friction within the ruling coalition. While the NCP has not provided details on the meeting, the interaction has drawn attention due to Kishor's recent electoral success in Bihar and his history with the Pawar family.
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What Happened
NCP leader Sunetra Pawar met with political strategist Prashant Kishor at her office in Mumbai. This meeting follows Kishor's recent victory in the Bankipur by-election in Bihar. Reports indicate that Kishor has held multiple meetings with Sunetra Pawar and her sons, leading to public speculation about his potential role as a political advisor to the family.
In response to the meeting, Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule issued a warning to the NCP, urging the party to avoid any actions that could damage the Mahayuti alliance. While the NCP has officially denied reports of Kishor taking on an advisory role, the BJP has emphasized the importance of maintaining coalition discipline and avoiding steps that might create distrust among alliance partners.
Key Facts
- Sunetra Pawar met with Prashant Kishor in Mumbai.
- Prashant Kishor recently won the Bankipur seat in Bihar by-elections.
- Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule publicly advised against actions that could harm the Mahayuti alliance.
- The NCP has officially denied that Prashant Kishor has been hired as a political advisor.
- This meeting is reported to be one of several interactions between Kishor and the Pawar family.
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