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Honorable
Sunetra Ajit Pawar
Sunetra Ajit Pawar is an Indian political leader who serves as the 11th Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, working alongside Eknath Shinde. With her appointment, she became the first woman in the state’s history to hold the post—marking a defining moment for women’s representation in Maharashtra’s political landscape.
Her political journey includes her tenure as a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha, where she contributed to discussions on development, governance, and social welfare.
Before stepping into high-level public office, she spent years engaged in community development, environmental initiatives, and rural empowerment—especially in western Maharashtra. Her reputation for calm leadership, strong organizational ability, and commitment to inclusive progress has earned her wide respect across political and social spheres.
In her role as Deputy Chief Minister, Sunetra Pawar focuses on strengthening public welfare systems, youth development, and women’s empowerment, while advocating for transparent governance and long-term, sustainable growth for Maharashtra.
Her rise to one of the state’s highest offices stands as a testament to her determination, leadership presence, and dedication to public service—making her a significant and influential figure in contemporary Maharashtra politics.
A passionate environmentalist, Smt. Pawar has led extensive grassroots campaigns focusing on biodiversity conservation, protection of endangered species, water resource management, and drought mitigation. In recognition of her impactful work, she was honored with the prestigious “Green Warrior Award.”
Beyond her environmental advocacy, Smt. Pawar plays a pivotal role in the field of education as a trustee of Vidya Pratishthan, a respected institution committed to quality learning and rural academic excellence. Her global engagement is equally noteworthy—she has been a Think Tank member of the World Entrepreneurship Forum (France) since 2011, representing India in international discussions on sustainability and social innovation.
Smt. Sunetra Ajit Pawar continues to inspire as a changemaker whose work bridges the grassroots with global perspectives. Her multifaceted contributions reflect her enduring dedication to shaping a sustainable and inclusive future for all.
Smt. Sunetra Ajit Pawar exemplifies the perfect balance of grace, strength, and purposeful leadership. A thoughtful blend of quiet resolve and compassionate action, she stands as a respected figure in public life, admired for her ability to seamlessly navigate both personal and professional spheres.
Policies
Mission
Leadership with purpose. Governance with impact.
As Deputy Chief Minister, Sunetra Pawar is committed to transforming governance into a force that delivers real, measurable change. She leads with integrity, compassion, and courage—working to ensure that government listens to its people, acts responsibly, and delivers progress that is inclusive, visible, and sustainable
Rooted in democratic values and social justice, her mission is driven by the belief that true development is defined by dignity, opportunity, and security for every citizen. From urban centers to the most remote villages, she is focused on last-mile governance that empowers individuals and communities to actively participate in the state’s growth.
Sunetra Pawar prioritizes women’s empowerment, farmer welfare, youth leadership, and the advancement of marginalized communities. She champions policies that strengthen education, healthcare, agriculture, cooperatives, and employment, while promoting innovation and entrepreneurship as engines of inclusive economic growth. Sustainability and environmental responsibility remain central to her approach, ensuring progress that is future-ready.
Through collaborative leadership, transparent administration, and ethical decision-making, her mission is to build trust, strengthen institutions, and deliver responsive public service. Above all, her mission as DCM is to help build a progressive, resilient, and equitable society—one where opportunity is shared, voices are heard, and governance becomes a true partnership between the state and its people.
The Family
Behind the Leader
Born into an agriculturist family, Smt. Pawar is the daughter-in-law of Padma Vibhushan Shri Sharad Pawar, wife of Shri. Ajit Pawar, and mother to two accomplished sons, Parth and Jay. Yet, she has carved her own path as a social and business entrepreneur, deeply engaged in initiatives that empower communities and promote sustainable living.
Affectionately known across Maharashtra as “Vahini,” she is more than a title — she is a symbol of dignity, dedication, and balance. Her thoughtful engagement in public welfare, combined with her warmth and accessibility, makes her a role model for many. She is often looked up to as someone who gracefully balances the demands of public service with a fulfilling family life — setting a powerful example of modern womanhood.
About us
History
Nirmal Gram Campaign
Smt. Pawar led the self-help group movement on the NIRMAL GRAM (Clean Village) Campaign in 86 villages in Maharashtra state. Smt. Sunetra A. Pawar transformed a tiny hamlet called Katewadi village into a “model village” and the first eco-village in 2008, with a focus on sanitation and health, promoting community lifestock management, solid waste management, sewage treatment by green bridge technology, energy conservation through biogas power generation, and a solar street lighting system.
This earned her many honors, including the SANT GADGEBABA SWACHATHA ABHIYAN AWARD, the CYBER GRAM AWARD, and the NIRMAL GRAM AWARD from the Hon. President of India, Smt. Pratibhatai Patil, as well as recognition from the SACOSAN Summit, which is part of SAARC. Thus, she played a key role in organic farming and the use of bioagents, vermicompost, and green manure.
Baramati Hi-Tech Textile Park Ltd.
Since 2006, Smt. Sunetra Pawar has served as chairperson of BARAMATI HI-TECH TEXTILE PARK LTD, a multimodal garment manufacturer’s park under the central government’s Scheme for Integrated Textile Parks.
It provides subsidies, women’s empowerment, and training facilities to assist units in upgrading skills among BHTPL families and reaching out to larger societies.
Textile Park employs over 15,000 women, the majority of whom live in rural areas. Smt. Pawar was honored at the “Icons of Pune” Awards. BHTPL was visited by Hon. President Smt. Pratibhatai Patil. Her Majesty appreciated Mrs. Pawar’s work, especially for women’s empowerment.
Vidya Prasthisthan
Smt. Pawar, Trustee of a renowned educational institute, VIDYA PRASTHISTHAN (VP), founded by Shri. Sharad Pawar, Union Agriculture Minister, Govt. of India, devotes her time to regularly overseeing activities and pioneering efforts towards spreading education and social upbringing of more than 25000 students, believing that “the child of today is the future of the nation.”
Whether it is managing a political constituency on behalf of a family member, interacting with visitors, or participating in national and international assignments involving Katewadi, an NGO, an agro-tourism center, or Vasundhara Community Radio, she leads all of it with vigour and vitality.
Smt. Sunetra Pawar spends her leisure time at Vrudhahsram Old Age Home, on the outskirts of Baramati. She is the trustee and advisor for the ashram, so she oversees all developments and the well-being of the senior citizens.
Policies
Vision
Sunetra Pawar envisions a future where leadership serves, governance empowers, and progress belongs to all. Her vision is to build a just and forward-looking society where opportunity is not a privilege, but a right—accessible to every citizen across regions, communities, and generations.
She sees a state where women rise as decision-makers, farmers stand resilient and respected, youth lead with confidence and innovation, and marginalized voices shape the mainstream. Development, in her vision, is transformative—strengthening livelihoods, deepening social equity, and protecting the environment while accelerating economic growth.
Rooted in democratic values and driven by ethical, courageous leadership, Sunetra Pawar’s vision is to redefine governance as a partnership between people and institutions. It is a vision of trust over fear, inclusion over exclusion, and long-term progress over short-term gain—building a resilient, prosperous, and harmonious society for today and for generations to come.
To aid
Rural development by providing quality education and econoimic upliftment to many as possible.
To build
The modern of rural ecosystem through a well rounded range of environmental, co-symbiotic and social activities.
To provide
Value based education complimented by state of the art technology with research facilities, keeping our main thrust environment.
To facilitate
Harmonious growth of everyone through excellence in every domain and a well-rounded motivational approach.