The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) has taken a significant step by initiating action against Baramati Agro Limited, located in Baramati and owned by Rohit Pawar, the MLA from Karjat-Jamkhed and the grandnephew of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) supremo Sharad Pawar.
According to reports, the board served a notice to Rohit Pawar at 2 a.m. on Thursday, ordering the closure of the plant within 72 hours. This move has raised questions about the timing and circumstances surrounding the action, with Pawar hinting at the involvement of 'influential figures' in the MPCB's late-night intervention.
The 37-year-old legislator expressed his concerns and spoke about the challenges he faces in taking a firm stance amid political struggles. He emphasized the importance of unwavering principles and loyalty, especially in the face of adversity. Pawar stated, "I'd like to share with our younger generation that embarking on a path of struggle often entails numerous challenges. Despite efforts to discredit me for speaking out and taking a resolute stance, I won't be deterred. Marathi people are known for their unwavering commitment," Rohit Pawar wrote in Marathi on X (formerly Twitter).
“I’d like to remind those targeting me that I transitioned from business to politics, unlike many who amassed wealth by first entering politics and then venturing into business. Their expectations will fall flat, and the politics of hatred isn’t aligned with the values of today’s generation,” he added.
The NCP leader assured the employees and their families at his company that the government's actions were "politically motivated" and not a result of any wrongdoing on their part.
"It's intriguing that the system, which frequently delays the affairs of ordinary people for months, acted swiftly against me at the behest of these two leaders. I hold no grudge against government officials involved in this process. I maintain unwavering faith in the judiciary and will continue my legal battle based on the truth," Pawar said.