In this Mid-Day interview, sitting MLA Zeeshan Siddique, now an NCP (Ajit Pawar faction) candidate, shares his vision for Bandra East amidst the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections. Zeeshan discusses key issues, from stalled redevelopment in slum areas like Behrampada to inadequate housing and persistent traffic and water problems. Emphasizing his ongoing work in infrastructure, pedestrian safety, and job creation for local youth, Siddique highlights the impact of delayed SRA projects and the challenges of air pollution near BKC. As he seeks re-election, Zeeshan stresses his commitment to tackling these pressing issues for his constituents.
11 November,2024 12:21 PM IST
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has filed his nomination to contest from the Baramati assembly seat. This election will see him facing off against his nephew, Yugendra Pawar, who is the grandson of Sharad Pawar. Yugendra is running as a candidate for the NCP-SP alliance. This matchup marks another Pawar versus Pawar contest, following a recent election where Supriya Sule, Sharad Pawar's daughter, defeated Sunetra Pawar, Ajit Pawar's wife. Ajit Pawar split from the NCP in June 2023. When asked about competing against his uncle, Yugendra expressed his sadness and said it was quite unfortunate to be in this situation, as Ajit Pawar has previously won this seat seven times.
28 October,2024 03:00 PM IST
Son of late NCP leader Baba Siddique, former Mumbai Youth Congress president Zeeshan Siddiqui joined the NCP in Mumbai today on 25th October. He will be contesting from the Bandra East seat in the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024. After joining NCP, Zeeshan Siddiqui said, "This is an emotional day for me and my family. I am thankful to Ajit Pawar, Praful Patel, Sunil Tatkare for believing in me in these tough times. I have got the nomination from Bandra East, I am sure that with the love and support of all the people, I will definitely win Bandra East ye again...".
25 October,2024 12:53 PM IST
In a press conference at the MCA Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on October 16, 2024, the MahaYuti coalition, featuring Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, along with other key leaders, unveiled their report card ahead of the Maharashtra Vidhan Sabha Elections. The leaders addressed various issues, with Shinde launching a sharp critique of the opposition, dismissing their claims of providing freebies for electoral gain. Ajit Pawar humorously responded to rumors about rejoining his uncle, Sharad Pawar, while also commenting on the ongoing CBI inquiry involving Baba Siddique. The event highlighted the coalition's unified stance as they prepared for the electoral battle, seeking to reassure voters of their governance record and countering opposition narratives effectively.
16 October,2024 02:29 PM IST
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar expressed disbelief over Baba Siddique's death. Siddique, a three-time MLA and former minister, had dedicated years to public service in the city and previously belonged to Congress. Pawar confirmed that the police swiftly initiated an investigation, leading to the arrest of two suspects. He noted that five investigative teams have been dispatched to various states to uncover the details surrounding the case. The Deputy CM, along with the Chief Minister and Home Minister, is actively monitoring the situation. He anticipates that the identities of those behind the contract killing will be revealed within two to three days. A funeral with full state honors is scheduled for 8:30 PM at Bada Qabrastan in Mumbai. While acknowledging potential political blame from the opposition, Pawar emphasized the government's commitment to maintaining law and order.
13 October,2024 01:11 PM IST
Supriya Sule, the three time MP of the Nationalist Congress Party (SP) won the Baramati seat against NCP's Sunetra Pawar in Maharashtra Elections. Sule won again by a margin of 1,58,333 votes. This victory makes her fourth consecutive win from the Pawar bastion. Amid her win from Baramati, a video of Sule's impressive parliament speech has been doing rounds on social media wherein she can be seen demanding the resignation of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh during the discussion. She also speaks about Modi Govt Policies. Watch her throwback video.
05 June,2024 12:34 PM IST
The vibrant and joyous festival of Gudi Padwa was celebrated by Hoisting the traditional Gudi and prayer to it on the New year for the Hindus on Gudi Padwa in Mumbai on 9th of April. People were seen participating in the Shobha Rally. Women were seen dressed in traditional attire and participated in the Rally to mark the Marathi New Year Gudi Padwa. They danced their hearts out on the beats of dhol and nagadas. The festival was celebrated with full vigor and enthusiasm. Gudi Padwa ocassion signals yeh onset of the warmer days and the spring season. This year Gudi Padwa has coincided with the first day of the Chaitra Navratri and festivals like Sajibu Cheiraoba, Navreh, Cheti Chand and Ugadi that are celebrated in different parts of the country.
09 April,2024 12:59 PM IST
It will be a family contest on the Baramati seat in Maharashtra as the suspense ended on Saturday when Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party announced Sunetra Pawar, Ajit Pawar's wife, from the seat against Sharad Pawar-led Supriya Sule. With this the final showdown begins for the Pawar Vs Pawar battle in one of the Maharastra's most high profile seats Baramati. Nationalist Congress Party (Ajit Pawar) leader Sunetra Pawar’s candidature as Baramati candidate was announced on 30th March. Supriya Sule is the sitting MP from the seat since 2009. Her name was officially announced. On her candidature from Baramati, NCP candidate Sunetra Pawar said, “Today is a huge day for me. I want to thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union HM Amit Shah, Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde, Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar for showing faith one me.”
31 March,2024 11:11 AM IST
Veteran Leader from the Congress party Baba Siddique on Feb 10 joined NCP in presence of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar .This came after he officially resigned from Congress putting an end to his 48 years of journey with the party. During his speech, he claimed that ‘perception politics’ was being done in Congress. Siddique, a former legislator from Bandra (west), is the second big face to quit the grand-old party before the 2024 Lok Sabha Polls. In January, Milind Deora exited from the party to join Shiv Sena led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. In a tweet, he announced, "I joined the Indian National Congress party as a young teenager and it has been a significant journey lasting 48 years. Today I resign from the primary membership of the Indian National Congress Party with immediate effect."
11 February,2024 11:58 AM IST
In a big setback to the faction led by Sharad Pawar, the Election Commission on February 06 settled the dispute in the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) in favour of the faction led by the petitioner Ajit Pawar. Celebration took over at Ajit Pawar Camp, as EC settled dispute in NCP. The poll panel has given the NCP name and symbol to the faction led by Ajit Pawar in a significant decision that has a bearing on the forthcoming polls. The decision was taken after more than 10 hearings spread over more than six months. Maharashtra Dy CM and petitioner Ajit Pawar welcomed the decision and expressed gratitude to EC for the decision. Meanwhile, NCP Sharad Pawar Faction leader Supriya Sule alleged an “Adrishya Shakti” behind the EC’s decision. Shiva Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi called the development “Sponsored, planned and executed by Central Govt”. Notably, test of majority in legislative wing found favour in the circumstance of the case, where both groups have been found to be working outside party constitution and organizational elections.
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