- Pune MP Murlidhar Mohol appointed as Minister of State for Civil Aviation and Cooperation in Union Cabinet under Amit Shah.
- BJP strategically appoints Mohol to challenge Sharad Pawar’s dominance in Western Maharashtra cooperative sector.
- Narendra Modi sworn in as Prime Minister for third term, appoints 72 Union Ministers including Mohol.
- Ministry of Cooperation established during Modi’s second term to support rural economy through cooperative institutions.
- BJP aims to break Congress and NCP stronghold in cooperative sector in Maharashtra with Mohol’s appointment.
- BJP yet to dominate local self-government bodies in West Maharashtra despite winning seats in Lok Sabha elections.
- Mohol’s appointment seen as strategic move to gain control in West Maharashtra after BJP’s defeat in other districts.
- Mohol’s role as Minister of Civil Aviation could accelerate progress on international-standard airport proposal in Purandar taluka for Pune city.
- Ajit Pawar and Sharad Pawar expected to play key roles in advancing airport project with Mohol’s involvement.
- Mohol’s dual ministerial roles reflect BJP’s efforts to expand influence in Western Maharashtra and strengthen foothold in the region.
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