Narendra Modi destroying democracy, no difference between him and Putin, says Sharad Pawar
NCP leader Sharad Pawar likened PM Modi to Putin, accusing Modi of undermining democracy and obstructing Opposition election chances. He criticized the arrest of Arvind Kejriwal during the model code of conduct, suggesting India's slide toward autocracy. Pawar discussed Lok Sabha candidates with Congress leaders, eyeing Dhairyasheel Mohite Patil's candidacy.