Like its alliance partner BJP, which has launched a massive membership drive to expand its base in Maharashtra, the Ajit Pawar-led NCP is also working to strengthen its voter connect. As part of this effort, the ruling Mahayuti ally has introduced a ‘Janata Darbar’ at its Mumbai party office.

According to an advertisement circulated on social media, NCP ministers will hold grievance hearings every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday in Mumbai to address public concerns. NCP spokesperson Suraj Chavan said the initiative had started soon after the Mahayuti government was formed. “Janata Darbar has been ongoing. Now, someone must have circulated details about it on social media,” he said.