In a significant development within Maharashtra's political landscape, the Sharad Pawar faction of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has filed a petition in the Supreme Court seeking to prevent the Ajit Pawar faction from using the "Clock" election symbol in the upcoming assembly elections.
The Sharad Pawar faction contends that the Ajit Pawar group should be assigned a new symbol for the elections, citing confusion among voters during the recent Lok Sabha elections, where Ajit Pawar contested under the "Clock" symbol. They argue that this has led to difficulties for voters in distinguishing between the two factions, creating uncertainty over which group represents the true NCP.
In their petition, the Sharad Pawar faction emphasises the need for clarity and fairness in the electoral process. They assert that until the Supreme Court renders a decision on their petition regarding the election symbol matter, the Ajit Pawar faction should be allotted a different symbol to avoid further confusion.
The Supreme Court is set to hear the Sharad Pawar faction's petition on October 15, a date that could significantly impact the upcoming elections and the ongoing power struggle within the party. As tensions rise, both factions are preparing for the implications of this legal battle on their electoral prospects.
