Political Chess: Sunetra Pawar's Unexpected Rise Amid Maharashtra's Turmoil

Sunetra Pawar's sudden appointment as Maharashtra's deputy chief minister, following Ajit Pawar's death, has sparked controversy. Alleged to be a BJP strategic move, her promotion raised questions within NCP and Shiv Sena circles. Concerns about her role being merely ornamental were voiced, amid political complexities in the state.

In a surprising political development in Maharashtra, Sunetra Pawar has assumed the role of the state's deputy chief minister, just days after the tragic death of Ajit Pawar in an air crash. Her appointment has stirred debates and suspicions of political maneuvering by the BJP.

The Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena, through its mouthpiece 'Saamana', expressed concerns about Sunetra Pawar's potential marginalization as they alleged BJP's influence over her role. The editorial also raised questions about the motives behind her swift appointment and the impact it may have on Maharashtra's politics.

The editorial highlighted an internal power struggle within the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), suggesting Sunetra Pawar's appointment was a strategic move to sideline other contenders. Meanwhile, unease among NCP factions and their possible fallout with BJP remains a topic of speculation as Maharashtra politics navigate these turbulent waters.

(With inputs from agencies.)