Nagpur: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday downplayed his alliance partner and Deputy Ajit Pawar's recent remarks suggesting that development funds were contingent on voters supporting his candidates, noting that such statements were typical during poll season and should not be over-interpreted.

Speaking to reporters in Nagpur, the Maharashtra CM said he will say the same if he goes campaigning. However, he noted that they will work to develop the region if they come to power.

"Such things happen in an election. People talk like this during an election. But it doesn't mean anything. After the election, we will work for the development of the region. If I go somewhere [during the election], I will also say, 'If you elect us, we will give you more funds'," Fadnavis sai

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