{"id":1632,"date":"2025-11-22T20:18:32","date_gmt":"2025-11-22T14:48:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/undercovereditor.com\/?p=1632"},"modified":"2025-11-22T20:27:31","modified_gmt":"2025-11-22T14:57:31","slug":"you-have-votes-i-have-funds-ajit-pawars-remark-sparks-major-political-storm-in-maharashtra","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/undercovereditor.com\/hi\/you-have-votes-i-have-funds-ajit-pawars-remark-sparks-major-political-storm-in-maharashtra\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cYou Have Votes, I Have Funds\u201d: Ajit Pawar\u2019s Remark Sparks Major Political Storm in Maharashtra"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Deputy CM Ajit Pawar addresses a campaign rally in Malegaon, where his remark linking public funds to electoral support sparked sharp political reactions.<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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UnderCover Editor News
Editor \u2013 Mahesh Rathod<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Mumbai \/ Malegaon:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has triggered a fresh controversy after openly telling voters in Malegaon that while \u201cthey have votes,\u201d he \u201chas funds,\u201d and that financial support would flow only if all candidates of his faction of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) were elected.<\/p>\n\n

The remarks, made during a campaign speech for the upcoming Malegaon Nagar Panchayat elections, have drawn widespread criticism and raised questions about political pressure, voter influence and ethical conduct during elections.<\/p>\n\n

Ajit Pawar\u2019s Statement Raises Eyebrows<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Addressing a public gathering, Pawar said:<\/p>\n\n

\u201cI will ensure there is no shortage of funds if you elect all 18 NCP candidates. If you reject, I will also reject. You have votes, I have funds.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

The statement implied that government funding and development work could be withheld if voters did not support NCP candidates\u2014a claim opposition parties say violates democratic principles and amounts to intimidation.<\/p>\n\n

Pawar currently handles Maharashtra\u2019s finance portfolio in the BJP\u2013NCP\u2013Shiv Sena alliance government, giving his comments even greater political weight.<\/p>\n\n

Opposition Slams Pawar: \u2018Threat to Democracy\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

The statement immediately drew sharp reactions from the opposition.<\/p>\n\n

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Ambadas Danve accused Pawar of threatening voters and misusing his authority.<\/p>\n\n

Danve said:<\/p>\n\n

\u201cFunds come from taxpayers, not from Ajit Pawar\u2019s personal pocket.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

If a minister threatens voters like this, what is the Election Commission doing?\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Opposition leaders claim Pawar\u2019s comments amount to coercion and violate the Model Code of Conduct, even though civic elections are not directly governed by the same framework as state or national polls.<\/p>\n\n

Political Context: Malegaon Civic Polls on December 2<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

The Pawar-led NCP has partnered with a BJP-backed panel for the December 2 Malegaon Nagar Panchayat elections.<\/p>\n\n

Malegaon\u2014known for closely contested political battles\u2014has 18 NCP candidates in the fray. Pawar\u2019s comments were aimed at consolidating votes for the entire panel, but critics say the tone crossed the line into political pressure.<\/p>\n\n

ECI\u2019s Silence Questioned<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Several opposition voices have demanded that the Election Commission of India (ECI) take note of Pawar\u2019s remarks, calling for investigation or censure.<\/p>\n\n

Legal experts suggest that any attempt to link government funds with electoral outcomes could fall under undue influence, a punishable offence under the Representation of the People Act, 1951.<\/p>\n\n

What Happens Next?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

While Ajit Pawar has not clarified or withdrawn his remarks, political observers believe the issue may escalate further in the coming days.<\/p>\n\n

With civic elections just days away, the controversy has added a new dimension to the campaign\u2014putting the spotlight on the ethics of political speech and the fine line between promises and pressure.<\/p>\n\n

UnderCover Editor News will continue tracking this high-voltage political episode.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

\u201cYou Have Votes, I Have Funds\u201d: Ajit Pawar\u2019s Remark Sparks Major Political Storm in Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar addresses a campaign rally in Malegaon, where his remark linking public funds to electoral support sparked sharp political reactions. UnderCover Editor NewsEditor \u2013 Mahesh Rathod Mumbai \/ Malegaon: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has triggered a fresh controversy after openly telling voters in Malegaon that while \u201cthey have votes,\u201d he \u201chas funds,\u201d and that financial support would flow only if all candidates of his faction of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) were elected. The remarks, made during a campaign speech for the upcoming Malegaon Nagar Panchayat elections, have drawn widespread criticism and raised questions about political pressure, voter influence and ethical conduct during elections. Ajit Pawar\u2019s Statement Raises Eyebrows Addressing a public gathering, Pawar said: \u201cI will ensure there is no shortage of funds if you elect all 18 NCP candidates. If you reject, I will also reject. You have votes, I have funds.\u201d The statement implied that government funding and development work could be withheld if voters did not support NCP candidates\u2014a claim opposition parties say violates democratic principles and amounts to intimidation. Pawar currently handles Maharashtra\u2019s finance portfolio in the BJP\u2013NCP\u2013Shiv Sena alliance government, giving his comments even greater political weight. Opposition Slams Pawar: \u2018Threat to Democracy\u2019 The statement immediately drew sharp reactions from the opposition. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Ambadas Danve accused Pawar of threatening voters and misusing his authority. Danve said: \u201cFunds come from taxpayers, not from Ajit Pawar\u2019s personal pocket. If a minister threatens voters like this, what is the Election Commission doing?\u201d Opposition leaders claim Pawar\u2019s comments amount to coercion and violate the Model Code of Conduct, even though civic elections are not directly governed by the same framework as state or national polls. Political Context: Malegaon Civic Polls on December 2 The Pawar-led NCP has partnered with a BJP-backed panel for the December 2 Malegaon Nagar Panchayat elections. Malegaon\u2014known for closely contested political battles\u2014has 18 NCP candidates in the fray. Pawar\u2019s comments were aimed at consolidating votes for the entire panel, but critics say the tone crossed the line into political pressure. ECI\u2019s Silence Questioned Several opposition voices have demanded that the Election Commission of India (ECI) take note of Pawar\u2019s remarks, calling for investigation or censure. Legal experts suggest that any attempt to link government funds with electoral outcomes could fall under undue influence, a punishable offence under the Representation of the People Act, 1951. What Happens Next? While Ajit Pawar has not clarified or withdrawn his remarks, political observers believe the issue may escalate further in the coming days. With civic elections just days away, the controversy has added a new dimension to the campaign\u2014putting the spotlight on the ethics of political speech and the fine line between promises and pressure. 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