Leader of millions, Ajit Dada merges into the infinite: Shiv Sena(UBT) in SaamanaMumbai: Shiv Sena Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray (UBT) in the party mouthpiece Saamana on Friday said that former Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar’s departure will “undoubtedly” shift the chess pieces of Maharashtra’s political landscape. The editorial stated, “Ajit Dada merged into the infinite at an age when he should not have taken leave of this world. While many who are a burden to society remain, God took away Maharashtra’s beloved leader, leaving the state in deep anguish. “Despite joining the government with the BJP, Ajit Dada never abandoned his character. According to the editorial, Dada followed democratic norms and often expressed private concern over the lack of a Leader of Opposition in both Houses.