Sharad Pawar, president of the Nationalist Congress Party (SP) and Rajya Sabha MP, celebrates his 85th birthday on Friday, reflecting a remarkable five-decade political career marked by Maharashtra leadership, Union ministerial roles, electoral victories, and enduring prominence in Indian politics. (PICS/ PTI VIDEOS)
Updated On: 2025-12-12 01:48 PM IST
Compiled by : Anushree Gaikwad
Sharad Pawar formed the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) in 1999, after separating from the Indian National Congress
Sharad Pawar was born in Baramati, in Pune district
A poster full of his old, new photos was set near the centre
The gate of the centre was also decorated with flowers
Supporters and party functionaries came to greet the chief on this occasion
