NCP and NCP (SP) unite under Ajit Pawar for Pimpri‑Chinchwad civic polls on January 15

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar announced a historic alliance between his NCP faction and Sharad Pawar-led NCP (SP) for the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) elections. The alliance, revealed during a campaign rally on Sunday, marks the reunion of the Pawar family in local politics. Both factions will contest the polls together on January 15, 2026, aiming to consolidate votes and strengthen their position in Maharashtra’s civic landscape. Ajit Pawar confirmed that seat-sharing discussions are ongoing and will be announced soon. The “clock” and “tutari” symbols will represent the respective factions. This unexpected coalition comes ahead of elections to 29 municipal corporations, including Mumbai and Pune, highlighting strategic political maneuvers in the state.