New Delhi: Senior NCP leader and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Friday received significant relief from Delhi Tribunal Court. The court ordered the release of properties seized earlier by the Income Tax Department. This decision also extends to the properties linked to his son Parth Pawar and wife Sunetra Pawar.
The seized properties belonged to companies associated with Ajit Pawar, including Sparkling Soil, Guru Commodity, Fire Power Agri Farm, and Nibodh Trading Company. Following the court’s order, these assets were returned to Pawar family.
Background of case
In 2023, the Income Tax Department conducted actions to seize properties related to Ajit Pawar, Sunetra Pawar, and Parth Pawar. These actions were part of an investigation into alleged irregularities. The Pawar family challenged the seizures in court, filing multiple petitions seeking a stay on the department’s actions.
Although an initial stay order was issued, the seized properties were not released immediately. After thorough legal proceedings, Delhi Tribunal Court finally ruled in favor of the Pawar family, ordering the release of the properties.
Implications of decision
This court order brought relief not only to Ajit Pawar but also to his family. Ajit Pawar took his oath as Deputy Chief Minister for the sixth time on December 5 and the court’s decision followed the next day.
