Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut commented on the alliance of the two NCP factions for the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation polls, stating Ajit Pawar must answer to the BJP and Amit Shah. Ajit Pawar announced the alliance, calling it a "family" reunion for the civic polls, emphasizing development. Rohit Pawar noted the decision considered local worker sentiments and that Sharad Pawar was not involved but values worker opinions. The alliance also extends to Pune civic polls.