Mumbai: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP chief Ajit Pawar distanced himself from the high-value land transaction in Pune’s upscale Mundhwa-Koregaon Park involving his son Parth Pawar, saying that he was not even remotely connected with the deal.

He expressed support for the ongoing probe ordered by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, stating that he is right to do so.

He emphasised his commitment to legality and called for strict action if any misuse is found.

“I have never given instructions to the officers to date that my close or distant relatives will benefit. I have never called the officers and given any orders. As the Deputy Chief Minister, I tell all the officers and employees that if anyone uses my name to do wrong or does something that is not in accordance with the rul

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