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Sharad Pawar Backs Probe Into Pune Land Deal After Transfer Is Canceled

He called for transparency and signaled a separation between family views and political accountability.

Overview

  • The deputy chief minister, Ajit Pawar, said the Rs 300 crore transfer of 40 acres of government land in Mundhwa to a company co-owned by Parth Pawar has been canceled.
  • Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis said FIRs have been filed against the signatories and vendors involved and pledged action based on evidence.
  • Fadnavis explained that Parth has not been named in the FIRs at this stage, adding that others could be booked if the investigation uncovers proof.
  • The state formed a six-member committee led by additional chief secretary Vikas Kharge to examine alleged irregularities, including the reported stamp duty waiver.
  • Sharad Pawar distanced himself from Supriya Sule’s defense of Parth and said MVA allies will meet to finalize their local election strategy, including possible coordination with the MNS.