Sunetra Pawar to Become Maharashtra’s First Woman Deputy CM

Oath-taking scheduled today as NCP leader marks a historic moment in state politics

January 31, 2026: Maharashtra is set to create political history as Sunetra Pawar, wife of senior NCP leader Ajit Pawar, is poised to take oath as the state’s first female Deputy Chief Minister. Her elevation marks a major milestone in Maharashtra politics and is being seen as a strong signal of growing representation of women in top leadership and governance roles.

According to the announced schedule, the NCP legislative party meeting will be held at 2:00 PM, where party leaders are expected to deliberate on administrative priorities and complete internal formalities. The oath-taking ceremony is slated for 5:00 PM, when Sunetra Pawar will officially assume charge as Deputy Chief Minister, further strengthening the party’s position in the state government.

Political observers have described her appointment as both symbolic and strategic, underlining a broader shift towards inclusive leadership. Party leaders believe her elevation will encourage greater participation of women in politics across the state. With her swearing-in, Sunetra Pawar is expected to play an influential role in shaping key policy and administrative decisions at the highest level in Maharashtra.