Baramati Bypoll Row 'Unnecessary': Maharashtra Congress Chief Sapkal

• Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal called the controversy over fielding a candidate for the Baramati by-election against Sunetra Pawar 'unnecessary'.
• Sunetra Pawar, head of the ruling NCP, is contesting the April 23 by-election, necessitated by the death of her husband Ajit Pawar.
• The ruling Mahayuti sought unopposed elections, but Congress fielded Akash More, while NCP (SP) and Shiv Sena (UBT) did not.
• Parth Pawar criticized Congress's decision, predicting the party's downfall in the state.
• Sapkal emphasized conducting elections with dignity and democratic spirit, urging 100% voter participation.

Key Questions Answered

Will Congress regret fielding a candidate in Baramati?

It is too early to determine if Congress will regret fielding a candidate in Baramati.

How will this bypoll affect Maha Vikas Aghadi unity?

The Baramati bypoll is causing a rift within the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) as the Congress plans to contest the seat, despite the NCP (SP) not fielding a candidate and Sunetra Pawar seeking support from

What is the Congress's official stance on the by-election?

The Congress has entered the fray for the Baramati and Rahuri assembly by-elections.