Unite for Victory: NCP Factions Join Forces for Zilla Parishad Elections

Two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) led by Ajit Pawar and Sharad Pawar have decided to collaborate for the Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections. This decision follows their defeat in the Pune civic elections. The elections will occur on February 5 with the vote counting scheduled for February 7.

The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) factions led by Ajit Pawar and Sharad Pawar have resolved to contest the forthcoming Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections collaboratively.

This strategic move arises after their significant setback in the recent Pune civic elections, where the BJP secured a sweeping victory.

The decision was finalized post-discussions among senior leaders, aiming to strengthen their position in the 12 Zilla Parishad contests scheduled for February 5, with vote counting on February 7.

(With inputs from agencies.)