NCP’s Harshwardhan Sapkal has stirred the political pot by directly challenging Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis’s vision, branding it a blueprint to downgrade the state to Bihar’s level. In fiery speeches across key districts, Sapkal has mobilized supporters by contrasting Maharashtra’s potential with what he calls Fadnavis’s regressive approach.
‘Unemployment lines in Mumbai now look like those in Patna. This is Fadnavis’s Bihar dream for us,’ Sapkal asserted, linking it to stalled projects and skewed resource allocation. He accused the CM of neglecting Marathi manoos in favor of out-of-state interests.
Sapkal backed his claims with examples: water scarcity in rural areas despite abundant resources, power cuts mirroring Bihar’s grid failures, and a youth exodus unseen in decades. ‘We’re becoming a labor exporter like Bihar,’ he lamented.
The BJP has hit back, touting Fadnavis’s achievements in FDI and urban development. However, rising discontent in hinterlands amplifies Sapkal’s voice. Analysts predict this could fracture voter bases traditionally loyal to Fadnavis.
As the opposition unites, Sapkal’s provocative stance positions him as a key agitator. Maharashtra’s future hangs in balance—will it retain its economic powerhouse status, or slide under current policies? The answer lies in the ballot box.