Maharashtra Government Dedicates Budget to Ajit Pawar, Announces Memorial Plans

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis paid tribute to former Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, dedicating the 2026-27 state Budget to his memory. Pawar, who served the longest tenure as Deputy Chief Minister and presented the state Budget 11 times, was honoured for his fiscal prudence and public service. The government announced plans to build a memorial in his honour and institute a 'Dynamic Civil Service Award' in his name, reflecting his legacy in the state's political and administrative landscape.