The ongoing crisis within the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has intensified as Ajit Pawar, a prominent party leader and nephew of NCP chief Sharad Pawar, has rebelled against his uncle and joined the governing coalition in Maharashtra. Both factions have called separate meetings to showcase their respective support among the party’s MLAs. At the heart of this political battle lies the crucial factor of numbers. Here is a breakdown of the key numbers to help understand the current situation and determine who holds the advantage.
The conflict between the two factions, vying to be recognized as the “real NCP,” has come down to a battle of numbers.
Ajit Pawar’s rebellion against his uncle and party chief, Sharad Pawar, has sparked a series of developments within the NCP.
Both factions, led by Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar, convened separate meetings on Wednesday to demonstrate that they possess the necessary numbers to claim legitimacy as the authentic representation of the NCP.
It is important to note that this is an evolving story, and the political drama continues to unfold. The situation may change, and we will closely monitor and provide updates accordingly.
Understanding the NCP Crisis through Numbers:
Total number of NCP MLAs: 53
Number of MLAs Ajit Pawar claims to have support from: 42
MLAs present at Ajit Pawar’s meeting: 29
MLAs present at Sharad Pawar’s meeting: 13
Number of MLAs Ajit Pawar needs to surpass the anti-defection law: At least 36
Number of MLAs Ajit Pawar currently falls short of: 7
Number of MLAs absent from either meeting: 11
The numbers presented above offer a glimpse into the power struggle within the NCP. The faction with a greater number of loyal MLAs holds a significant advantage in asserting control over the party. However, it is important to remember that these numbers are subject to change as the situation develops further.
The outcome of this battle for control over the NCP will have far-reaching implications for Maharashtra’s political landscape. As the rival factions continue to compete for legitimacy, the ultimate determination of who has the numbers and the support of the party’s MLAs will shape the future direction of the NCP.
