Mumbai: Minister Dhananjay Munde, who is at the center of controversy over the murder of a sarpanch in Beed, made startling revelations at the party's 'Navsankalp Shibir' in Shirdi on Sunday.

Minister Dhananjay Munde Warns Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Against Aligning With The BJP

Munde stated that during the early morning oath-taking ceremony on November 23, 2019, he had warned Ajit Pawar against aligning with the BJP. He mentioned that Sunil Tatkare was with them during the conversation. Munde further alleged that this move marked the beginning of a plot to push Ajit Pawar out of the NCP.

Munde further said, “Since I joined the NCP, I have always stood behind Pawar. There were many attempts to portray Pawar as a villain. However, whenever someone attacked him, we stood by him and defended him. In 2019, I had advised not to take the early morning oath, but while they took the oath, I was the one who faced the consequences.”

Addressing his party workers at the event, Munde mentioned that certain individuals were targeting him, particularly in Beed, and emphasised the importance of social harmony in Marathwada.

Minister Dhananjay Munde Expresses His Concerns

Munde expressed his concerns about the deterioration of social cohesion in the region, particularly in light of the killing of Beed sarpanch. He argued that those responsible for the crime should be severely punished.

In a separate development, Munde addressed his removal from the position of Guardian Minister of Beed. He revealed that he had personally requested both Ajit Pawar and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to assign the responsibility of Beed's development to Ajit Pawar. Munde argued that, under Pawar’s leadership, Beed would experience significant development.