NCP Alliance Hits Snag Over Symbol: Prashant Jagtap Resigns Amidst Pune Power Play

• Discussions for an alliance between Ajit Pawar's and Sharad Pawar's NCP factions are underway to reclaim their Pune stronghold lost to BJP in 2017.
• The alliance announcement is stalled due to disagreement over the election symbol; Ajit Pawar's faction insists on 'clock', while Sharad Pawar's faction opposes it, preferring 'trumpet'.
• Supriya Sule hinted at a potential alliance, emphasizing Pune's development and worker sentiments, though no final decision has been made.
• Former Pune Mayor Prashant Jagtap resigned from Sharad Pawar's NCP, opposing an alliance with Ajit Pawar's BJP-aligned faction.
• A final decision on the alliance was reportedly expected by December 26, amidst internal dissent and symbol disputes.

Why It Matters: NCP factions' alliance in Pune faces symbol dispute and internal dissent, leading to Prashant Jagtap's resignation.