NCP chief and Deputy Maharashtra Chief Minister, Ajit Pawar, ahead of Lok Sabha Elections 2024, chastised the Opposition for its constant criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He ascribed the criticism to the Opposition's lack of a capable leader to fight Prime Minister Modi.

Speaking at a rally before Shiv Sena nominees Sanjay Mandlik and Dhairyasheel Mane's nominations in the Kolhapur and Hatkanangale constituencies for Lok Sabha Elections 2024, respectively, Pawar defended PM Modi's leadership, noting various developmental projects implemented during his tenure, reported IANS.