Bollywood Star Sayaji Shinde Enters Political Arena with NCP

Veteran actor Sayaji Shinde has joined the Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party in Maharashtra ahead of the assembly elections. Embracing a political role, Shinde, known for his film career across several Indian languages, will serve as the party's star campaigner, integrating his social activism into political efforts.

Veteran actor Sayaji Shinde took a significant step into politics by joining the Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) as assembly elections approach in Maharashtra.

In a move supported by notable figures such as Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and NCP working president Praful Patel, Shinde was welcomed into the party during a formal event.

Known for his diverse acting career in various Indian languages, Shinde will take on the role of the party's star campaigner, leveraging his experience and aligning his social activism with political aims, according to Pawar.

(With inputs from agencies.)