Ajit Pawar, the NCP national president and Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, confirmed that the NCP will contest the upcoming Assembly elections within the MahaYuti alliance, consisting of the BJP and Shiv Sena. During a recent meeting, Pawar indicated that the NCP would settle for 60 seats, down from the previously desired 80-90, and assured legislators that their existing 54 seats from the last election would remain secure. Meanwhile, Sharad Pawar is strategizing to win the Yeola assembly seat, previously held by Chaggan Bhujbal, who sided with Ajit during the party split. The ruling MahaYuti alliance is finalizing seat-sharing arrangements, with BJP leaders advocating for a strong candidate strategy across all constituencies. As the elections draw near, Ajit Pawar is actively promoting welfare schemes to bolster party support, emphasizing the importance of party unity and coordination among alliance members. The NCP's focus on retaining its influence within the ruling coalition is evident as they prepare for the electoral battle ahead.