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Prashant Jagtap, former mayor of Pune, has joined the Congress party after 25 years with the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). This move resolves weeks of speculation about his political direction.

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Former Pune Mayor Prashant Jagtap Joins Congress, Ending 25-Year NCP Stint

Pune, India – Former Pune mayor Prashant Jagtap officially joined the Congress party on Wednesday, ending his long-standing 25-year affiliation with the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) led by Sharad Pawar. The move, confirmed by sources within the Congress, puts to rest weeks of speculation regarding Jagtap’s political future.

Jagtap, a prominent figure in Pune politics, has been a key member of the NCP for a quarter of a century, holding various positions within the party and serving as mayor of the city. The reasons behind his departure from the NCP and decision to join Congress have not yet been publicly disclosed. This is a developing story.

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