The NCP has scheduled its Legislature Party meeting at 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Party legislators will formally elect Sunetra Pawar as the new Legislature Party leader during the meeting. She will replace Ajit Pawar, who played a key role in Maharashtra politics and coalition management.

Senior party sources said a small swearing-in ceremony will follow the meeting later in the day. The ceremony will likely take place in Mumbai in the presence of senior leaders from the ruling alliance. The development has already drawn wide political attention across the state.

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis confirmed that the Maharashtra government and the Bharatiya Janata Party will support the NCP’s decision. He stated that the coalition respects the NCP’s internal choice and will ensure smooth coordination within the government. His remarks underline the stability of the ruling alliance despite recent changes.

Sunetra Pawar’s elevation marks a significant milestone for women’s representation in Maharashtra politics. No woman has previously held the post of Deputy Chief Minister in the state. Political observers believe her appointment could encourage stronger participation of women in leadership roles across parties.

Although Sunetra Pawar has largely remained away from active electoral politics, she is known to be closely involved in organisational matters. Party leaders expect her to focus on governance, coordination among coalition partners, and welfare-related issues.

As Maharashtra prepares for this historic moment, attention will now turn to Sunetra Pawar’s priorities as Maharashtra’s first woman Deputy CM and her role in shaping the government’s agenda in the months ahead.

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People visiting the event can enter through Gates 7, 8, 9, and 10. VIPs will use Gate 4. Roads from Bhattacharya Square to North Gandhi Maidan and from New Dak Bungalow to SP Verma Road will stay closed. Routes near JP Golambar, Children’s Park, Police Line Tiraha, and Ramgulam Chowk will also remain blocked.

Drivers must avoid IMA Hall, Twin Tower, Maurya Hotel, and Kargil Chowk routes. Roads leading to Gandhi Maidan from Kotwali “T” to Police Line Tiraha in Buddha Marg will stay closed. Only vehicles linked to the program can use JP Ganga Path.

People coming from Patna Junction and Patna Airport should take alternative routes like Jaynagar Road and Dumra Chowk–Rajabazar Road. Rickshaws and slow vehicles from Bailey Road will move through Income Tax roundabout.

Parking is arranged at JP Ganga Path, Maurya Lok parking, Veerchand Patel Path service lane, Miller High School, and Patna College.

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The city is getting ready for Nitish Kumar’s swearing-in ceremony after the NDA’s big win in Bihar. The ceremony will be held at the historic Gandhi Maidan in Patna. The location was chosen to celebrate the strong public mandate.

More posters have also come up congratulating the NDA leaders. Several posters feature images of Nitish Kumar, PM Modi, Amit Shah, Samrat Chaudhary, Vijay Sinha, Mangal Pandey, and other leaders. These posters aim to show unity and confidence before the new government takes charge.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the swearing-in ceremony. Nitish Kumar, the deputy chief minister, and selected ministers will take oath in his presence. Leaders from across the country are expected to join the event, making it a major political moment for Bihar.

These posters and preparations show the excitement and high expectations surrounding the new government.

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President Droupadi Murmu had appointed Acharya Devvrat to take charge of Maharashtra in addition to his duties as Gujarat Governor. The appointment followed C.P. Radhakrishnan’s exit after his election as the Vice-President of India. Acharya Devvrat takes oath as Maharashtra Governor just days after the announcement from Rashtrapati Bhavan.

The swearing-in ceremony at Raj Bhavan drew the participation of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, senior ministers, bureaucrats, and police officers. Acharya Devvrat, known for his spiritual and educational background, chose Sanskrit for the oath, underlining his deep-rooted cultural ties.

At 66, Devvrat continues to serve Gujarat, where he has been Governor since 2019. He holds postgraduate degrees in Hindi and History, along with a doctorate in Naturopathy and Yogic Science. His appointment is seen as an effort to bring experienced leadership to Maharashtra while maintaining continuity in Gujarat.

The ceremony marked a significant moment for Maharashtra’s political landscape as the state welcomed a new constitutional head with strong academic, spiritual, and administrative credentials.

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