New Delhi: Maharashtras Minister of Food and Drug Administration, Dharmaraobaba Atram, made shocking remarks urging voters to cast away his daughter Bhagyashree and son-in-law Rituraj Halgekar for allegedly committing treachery. The senior Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leaders comments came amidst reports that his daughter might switch allegiance to the rival NCP faction led by Sharad Pawar.Public outburst in AheriAtram made these controversial statements in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar during a public event in Aheri as part of the Jansanman Yatra. The event was aimed at promoting the Mahayuti governments welfare schemes, including the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana. His outburst was triggered by rumors that Bhagyashree could contest against him under the banner of Sharad Pawars NCP faction.Atrams fiery speechIn his fiery speech, Atram accused his daughter and son-in-law of political betrayal. “People in our family are using my political influence to join another party. Now, they are fielding my daughter against me. Dont trust her,” Atram declared, addressing the voters. He added, “Everyone should throw them in the nearby Pranhita River. How can a daughter who betrays her father serve the people”Atrams remarks were met with loud applause and slogans from the crowd, sending shockwaves through political circles.Ajit Pawars appealAjit Pawar, who was present at the event, acknowledged Atrams concerns and appealed to Bhagyashree not to contest against her father. Pawar referred to Atrams years of political experience and urged his daughter to remain loyal to her father, warning that challenging him could be a mistake. Wrestling is popular here, but the master doesnt teach every trick, Pawar said, implying that Bhagyashree might regret turning against her father.Despite the drama, Atram reassured his supporters that he was not worried about his electoral prospects, stating that the rest of his family, including his son and another daughter, were still by his side.
