Rebel NCP leader Ajit Pawar launched a frontal attack on his uncle and political mentor Sharad Pawar at a public meeting in Raigad district. Ajit revealed secrets about joining hands with Eknath Shinde and Devendra Fadnavis, claiming it was in full knowledge of Sharad Pawar. Ajit accused Sharad Pawar of taking senior party leaders for granted and called his resignation as party chief a drama. Ajit stated that Sharad Pawar instructed him to join the government, and Ajit's decision was made in the presence of Sharad Pawar.