NCP Urges Congress to Withdraw Candidate for Baramati Bypolls

Original: Battleground Baramati: Pawars want Congress to withdraw candidate, CM calls Maharashtra Congress president Sapkal too

The Hindu•Apr 9, 20261 min

In a Nutshell

The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) led by Sharad Pawar has requested the Indian National Congress to withdraw its candidate for the upcoming Baramati bypolls scheduled for April 23, 2026. This appeal follows discussions between NCP MLA Rohit Pawar and Maharashtra Congress president Harshawardhan Sapkal.

Key Points

01NCP requests Congress to withdraw its candidate for Baramati bypolls.
02The bypolls are scheduled for April 23, 2026.
03NCP MLA Rohit Pawar met with Maharashtra Congress president Harshawardhan Sapkal.
04Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar also contacted Sapkal.
05Sharad Pawar reached out to Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge regarding the appeal.

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Full Summary

On April 9, 2026, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), led by Sharad Pawar, urged its ally, the Indian National Congress, to withdraw its candidate for the Baramati bypolls set for April 23, 2026. NCP MLA Rohit Pawar met with Maharashtra Congress president Harshawardhan Sapkal to discuss this...

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Why It Matters

The outcome of the Baramati bypolls could significantly influence the political dynamics in Maharashtra, especially for the NCP and Congress alliance.

Who is affected

Voters in Baramati and party members of NCP and Congress.

What to know

Voters should stay informed about the candidates and the implications of the bypolls.

FAQ

The NCP believes that withdrawing the candidate would strengthen their position in the Baramati bypolls.

The Baramati bypolls are scheduled for April 23, 2026.

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