Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, known as ‘Dada’, had a political career spanning over four decades. From grassroots beginnings to key cabinet roles and multiple deputy CM tenures, this timeline traces his journey and influence on the state’s political landscape
28 January,2026 06:46 PM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev Shivadekar
Born on July 22, 1959, Pawar began his political career through the cooperative movement, particularly sugar factories and cooperative banks in western Maharashtra. He was the nephew of veteran leader Sharad Pawar
28 January,2026 12:28 PM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev Shivadekar
As cousins share stage after polls, Raj recalls Hindutva’s rise while Uddhav attacks rivals, says they tried to erase Thackeray name but Sena fought back
24 January,2026 08:27 AM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev Shivadekar
Parties seem to be focusing on increasing their numbers, with prolonged political games breaking out over power and positions, instead of stable governance being provided to the masses
24 January,2026 07:09 AM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev ShivadekarADVERTISEMENT
