A biography for Sharad Pawarhasn’t been written yet.
“Running a government as chief minister and managing affairs of the nation are different things.”
“I think criticism of good work should stop somewhere.”
“Every election is hectic.”
“Sharad Pawar is paying tax.”
“I met Lalit Modi in London once. He had apprehensions regarding coming back to India, as his security was withdrawn. He was not worried about cases filed against him.”
“I was leader of the Opposition when Vajpayee was PM. We attacked policies, not personalities, neither inside or outside the House.”
“We will primarily focus on affordable housing, water supply and transport infrastructure, as these are critical for Mumbai. Infrastructure deficit is an issue in all urban areas.”
“I didn't leave the Congress; I was expelled.”
“It was not a state secret that I would call on Thackeray. I was not hiding anything.”
“I am not an expert in medical field.”
“It is the responsibility of the government to ensure the House functions.”
“Globally, the highest number of irrigation projects are in India, and within the country, the highest number is in Maharashtra.”
“I am from Maharashtra, and the RSS headquarter is here, so I know a little about it.”
“If a politician is a successful administrator, certainly he has got every right to administer cricket.”
“One has to work quietly with lot of commitment.”
“More and more agricultural land is being used for non-agricultural purposes. Whether it's any industry, express highway, or expansion of any city, agricultural land is being used.”
“Women have a better understanding of social issues, and better representation gives them an opportunity to address these issues.”
“Dialogue is the essence of parliamentary politics.”
“If my son enters politics, I will be able to guide him. He too would have learnt a lot from watching me, so he is less likely to make mistakes.”
“In politics one should not expect big jumps. Everything takes time.”