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Ajit Pawar, the deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, stated that he and the MLAs have supported the Shinde government under the NCP party. He dismissed criticism and expressed his commitment to the progress of Maharashtra. He also expressed interest in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections and praised PM Narendra Modi. Pawar also mentioned that he had spoken to all the MLAs, who agreed with their decision. Additionally, eight other NCP leaders were sworn in as ministers.