The event was attended by senior Shiv Sena leaders including Neelam Gorhe, Uday Samant, MLAs Sharad Sonawane, Prakash Surve, and former MP Anandrao Adsul

Speaking at the event, Eknath Shinde praised Dhangekar for his popularity and work in Pune

Shinde said, "Ravindra Dhangekar has raised the bow and arrow and taken the saffron flag. He is a well-known leader in Pune, and his work speaks for itself"

Ravindra Dhangekar, in his address, praised Chief Minister Eknath Shinde for his work over the past two and a half years, ensuring justice for the common people

He expressed his commitment to follow Shinde’s path, saying, "Shinde has worked for the people, and I aim to walk in his footsteps"