The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has chosen Jitendra Awhad as the new Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Maharashtra Assembly and the chief whip of the party in the lower house. Awhad, who represents the Mumbra-Kalwa constituency, was appointed to these positions following the departure of the previous LoP, Ajit Pawar, who joined the Maharashtra government led by Eknath Shinde.
Awhad has been a member of the Nationalist Congress Party since 1999. Has held ministerial positions in the Maharashtra government on multiple occasions. He is renowned for his dedicated social work and his commitment to uplifting the impoverished and marginalized communities.
In his new role as LoP, Awhad will lead the NCP’s opposition against the Shiv Sena-BJP government. Additionally, he will be responsible for ensuring the unity and discipline of the NCP’s MLAs.
Awhad’s appointment as LoP is a significant milestone for the NCP. He is a respected and popular leader known for his political acumen and his ability to connect with the people. This appointment is expected to boost the morale of the NCP’s MLAs and provide the party with a strong voice in the opposition.
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