3 Things Three controversies: Pune land deal case, Sheeshmahal 2.0, and TMC vs BJP
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Nov 10, 2025 Alok Deshpande, a seasoned journalist from The Indian Express focusing on Maharashtra politics, dives into the intriguing Pune land deal involving Ajit Pawar's family, revealing layers of political intrigue and legal controversies. Kanchan Vasdev, an expert on Punjab politics, unpacks the burgeoning row over a high-profile Chandigarh bungalow, dubbed Shish Mahal 2.0, which threatens to tarnish AAP's image. They also touch upon the cultural clash in West Bengal over the legacies of literary titans Tagore and Bankim, fueling ongoing political tensions.
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Protected Maharvatan Land Sold Illegally
- A 43-acre Pune parcel listed as Mumbai Sarkar property was sold without required government permission, triggering official probes.
- The land's Maharvatan status meant it was protected from sale and belonged to historically marginalised original owners.
Power Of Attorney Led To Disputed Sale
- A lawyer, Sheetal Tejwani, obtained power of attorney from original owners in 2006–2010 and later vanished from India, according to reporting.
- Parth Pawar, son of Ajit Pawar, emerged as a listed partner in the company that acquired the land, bringing political heat.
Sale Deed Contains Legal Gaps And No Payment Trail
- The sale deed attached invalid Saadbara extracts and omitted 72 original owners, undermining legal validity.
- The transaction shows no documented money exchange for the reported Rs 300 crore, deepening the mystery.