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The man who tried to defeat me but never hated me: Vijay Shivtare on Ajit Pawar
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The Indian Express
Ajit Pawar was an asset to the state, not merely to his party.
Political rivalry never translated into personal bitterness.
I began my political career with the NCP at its inception in 1999 and have known Ajit Pawar personally since then.
At that time, Ajit Pawar assured me that development works in Purandar would be completed.
Story continues below this adIn essence, my relationship with Ajit Pawar was shaped by sharp political rivalry and mutual respect.