On May 2, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief stepped down from his position. This just redoubles speculation about his nephew Ajit Pawar moving towards the BJP. This announcement has left the political leaders across parties, shocked! The veteran leader made the announcement at the launch of his autobiography in Mumbai. Pawar said, “It's time for a new generation to guide the party. I recommend that a committee of NCP members decide on the election of the President's post.” Many NCP leaders were seen in tears as Sharad Pawar made the announcement. Many NCP members begged Sharad Pawar to withdraw his decision.