Sharad Pawar Praises Pramod Mahajan, Eknath Khadse

Sharad Pawar, the founding president of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), has praised Pramod Mahajan and Eknath Khadse for their role in establishing the BJP in Maharashtra.

Pawar was speaking at a programme in Kothali, Muktainagar taluka, to mark the commencement of Eknath Khadse's 75th birth anniversary year.

The event was organised by the Khadse family and the Amrut Mahotsav Committee as a celebration of gratitude, drawing admirers from across the state.

Several prominent leaders, including Ramdas Athawale, Jayant Patil, and Mahadev Jankar, were present at the event.

Khadse became emotional while responding to the felicitations, recalling how his family gave him strength after he lost his son.

He also spoke about the renaming of Edlabad to Muktainagar, which he considered the most significant event of his life.

Khadse highlighted the work carried out through the Tapi Development Corporation and expressed regret over the withholding of funds for the Sant Muktai Temple project.

He said that Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis had sanctioned ₹25 crore for the project, but only ₹9 crore was released.

Khadse added that he took decisions with the perspective that 'the state is mine' and received support from various political factions.

He acknowledged the political upheavals in his life and mentioned how Pawar had extended a helping hand to him.

Khadse also spoke about the many friends who offered affection that transcended party lines and urged everyone to preserve the bond of love and friendship.

The event was a testament to Khadse's contributions to the state and his ability to build relationships across party lines.

Khadse's career has been marked by significant achievements, including his work in establishing the BJP in Maharashtra.

His legacy continues to be celebrated by leaders across the state.

The event was a rare occasion where leaders from different parties came together to felicitate Khadse and celebrate his contributions to the state.

It highlighted the importance of building relationships and working together for the betterment of the state.

Khadse's life and career serve as an inspiration to many, and his contributions to the state will be remembered for years to come.