Supriya Sule Speaks Out on Family, Politics, and Legacy

Supriya Sule, working president of NCP (SP), addressed the emotional challenges of contesting against her cousin Ajit Pawar's wife in Baramati Lok Sabha polls. At the India Today Conclave, she rejected allegations that NCP split due to her father's choice of her as successor and emphasized their unity in family and politics.

Supriya Sule, working president of NCP (SP), recently opened up about the emotional strife she faced during the Baramati Lok Sabha elections, where she ran against her cousin Ajit Pawar's wife. Speaking at the India Today Conclave, Sule refuted claims that the split in NCP was due to her father Sharad Pawar selecting her as his political heir.

She emphasized that the family's bond extends beyond power and money, and noted that 98% of her family members supported her through the difficult time. Sule, who has consistently won the Baramati seat, stressed the importance of relationships and downplayed the significance of political power.

Sule also mentioned Ajit Pawar's acknowledgment of his mistake in pitting his wife against her. She asserted that the legacy of their party and her father could pass to anyone deserving, and expressed willingness to debate critics, even Ajit Pawar, over their political differences.

(With inputs from agencies.)