Sunetra Pawar to be Deputy CM, Takes on Sports, Excise; BJP Retains Finance

• Sunetra Pawar is set to become the Deputy Chief Minister following the accidental death of Ajit Pawar.
• She confirmed her acceptance of the Deputy Chief Minister position late Friday evening.
• Sunetra Pawar will also be entrusted with the Sports and State Excise departments.
• The crucial Finance and Planning portfolio, previously held by Ajit Pawar, will now remain with the BJP.
• She is also expected to receive the national presidency of the party as Ajit Pawar's successor.

Why It Matters: Sunetra Pawar steps into a significant political role as Deputy CM, inheriting key portfolios and party leadership.