Hon'ble Shri SharadPawar, Ex-Cabinet Minister and President of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), is a farmer's son whose remarkable political journey spans over 40-45 years. Known for his focused efforts, perseverance, strategic planning, discipline, ability to handle criticism, and farsightedness, Shri Pawar has become a prominent political figure in Maharashtra, following in the footsteps of YashwantraoChavan
Born in Katewadi, Baramati taluka, Shri Pawar's rise from humble beginnings to becoming Maharashtra's Chief Minister and holding key positions in the Central Government is an inspiration to many. He began his political career as an MLA at the age of 27 in 1967, became a Minister in 1974, and served as Maharashtra's Chief Minister in 1978, 1988, 1990, and 1993. At the national level, he served as the Defense Minister and held the Agriculture portfolio from 2004 to 2014
Shri Pawar is known for his effective administration, direct connection with the common man, and his ability to nurture leadership talent. Leaders like ChhaganBhujbal, DilipWalse-Patil, Late R.R. Patil, Jayant Patil, AjitPawar, Prafulla Patel, SupriyaSule, and others have emerged under his mentorship.
Highlights of his career include pension reforms for retired defense personnel, the orchard development scheme, cooperative and sugar industry development, relief work during the Killari earthquake, policies on reservations and women's empowerment, and the establishment of institutions like Baramati M.I.D.C., VidyaPratishthan, and KrishiVikasPratishthan.
politics, Shri Pawar has contributed to education and sports, serving as a Life Member of the Pune District Education Association, President of the RayatShikshanSanstha, and President of the BCCI
Shri SharadPawar remains a towering figure whose leadership and vision have left an indelible mark on Maharashtra and India.
Shri. Sharad Pawar