Ajit Pawar sworn in as Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra

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NCP leader Ajit Pawar took oath as the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra.

An Overview of the News

• He joined the Eknath Shinde-led Maharashtra government to take up this role.

• Ajit Pawar is the son of Sharad Pawar's elder brother Anantrao.

• He began his political career in 1982 when he was elected to the board of a sugar cooperative.

About Maharashtra

• It is a state located in the western part of India and covers a significant part of the Deccan Plateau.

• Capital - Mumbai

• Chief Minister - Eknath Shinde

• Governor - Ramesh Bais

• Official Animal - Indian giant squirrel

• Official Bird - Yellow-footed Green Pigeon

• Official Dance - Lavani