Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar responded to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis's election remarks, stating his criticism of the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) focuses on governance failures, not personal attacks. Pawar accused the BJP of corruption and unfulfilled promises during their PCMC tenure (2017-2022). He also supported inquiries into SRA projects and flagged cost escalations. Pawar unveiled the NCP and NCP (Sharad Pawar faction) manifesto, promising a property tax waiver, cancellation of a draft development plan, and improved civic amenities.