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She is the wife of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar, who died in a tragic plane crash On Wednesday.
The 62-year-old is expected to take oath on Saturday, following a meeting of 40 MLAs at 2 pm today.
Who is Sunetra Pawar?
Born in October 1963 in Dharashiv district, Sunetra Pawar grew up in a political background. His father, Bajirao Patil, was a respected regional leader, while his brother, Padmasingh Bajirao Patil, was a well-known figure in district politics during the 1980s.
He completed his Bachelor of Commerce degree from SB College, Aurangabad, which laid the foundation for his later work in managing institutions and large-scale projects, including the Baramati Hi-Tech Textile Park.
Role in Business Enterprises
Sunetra was a key figure in the Baramati Hi-Tech Textile Park, where she took decisions regarding production planning, investment, employment generation and women empowerment.
The park provides employment to more than 15,000 women, most of whom come from rural areas. She was honored at the ‘Icons of Pune’ Awards for her efforts in women empowerment. This park was also visited by the then President Pratibha Patil.
global leader
Since 2011, she has been a thinktank member of the World Entrepreneurship Forum (France). She represents India in international discussions on sustainability and social innovation.
Contribution in education sector
Sunetra Pawar is a trustee of Vidya Pratisthan, one of the leading educational groups in Maharashtra. In this role, she oversees academic quality, administrative systems, and institutional planning for more than 25,000 students.
social work
In 2010, Sunetra started the Environmental Forum of India (EFOI), a non-governmental organization focused on promoting organic farming and environmental protection. Under his leadership, EFOI introduced the concept of eco-village model in India.
One of his most notable projects is converting Katewadi village into India’s first ‘Eco Village’. The idea was to encourage villages to save water, use renewable energy, manage waste properly and protect natural resources while supporting local livelihoods.
She is also the trustee and advisor of an old age home, which is located on the outskirts of Baramati.
environmentalist
Sunetra Pawar Has led several grassroots campaigns on biodiversity conservation and endangered species protection.
He has worked extensively on water resources management, especially in drought-prone areas. He was awarded the ‘Green Warrior Award’ for his contribution to environmental issues.