Pune, January 10, 2026 — In a rare political moment ahead of the Pune civic elections, Ajit Pawar and Supriya Sule shared the dais at a public programme in Pune, drawing attention amid an otherwise fragmented political landscape in Maharashtra.
The appearance, linked to campaigning around the civic polls in Pune, comes at a time when rival factions within the Nationalist Congress Party have largely pursued separate political paths. While no formal political reconciliation was announced, the joint presence of the two senior leaders sparked speculation and curiosity among party workers and political observers.
Both leaders focused their remarks on civic governance, infrastructure development and public services, consciously avoiding references to internal party differences. Party functionaries described the event as issue-driven, aimed at consolidating support during the municipal election campaign.
Political analysts said the shared platform, even if symbolic, carries significance in the context of Pune’s civic polls, where perceptions of unity can influence voter sentiment.
