Overview

• At a public event, BJP MLC Gopichand Padalkar questioned Jayant Patil’s lineage, a comment that drew immediate condemnation.
• Both wings of the NCP closed ranks, with NCP-SP spokesperson Anish Gawande calling Padalkar a serial offender and demanding suspension from the BJP and his resignation as MLA.
• Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar urged allies to maintain social harmony and said the BJP should take note and clarify its position when its representatives err.
• NCP MP Amol Kolhe posted an open letter on X tagging Devendra Fadnavis, asking whether he will defend Maharashtra’s culture or shield outspoken party leaders.
• No formal disciplinary action or official response from the BJP had been reported, leaving pressure on the ruling alliance to state its stance.