Dhananjay Munde targets Deepak Deshmukh in Parli, accuses him of betrayal ahead of polls
Dhananjay Munde
During a campaign rally in Parli, Dhananjay Munde attacked former Nagar Parishad chief Deepak Deshmukh, accusing him of abandoning him despite years of support.
Parli (Beed), November 28, 2025 – Parli (Beed): With the Parli Nagar Parishad elections around the corner, the political atmosphere has turned intense after Dhananjay Munde strongly criticised former municipal council president Deepak Deshmukh in a public rally. Munde accused Deshmukh of betrayal, saying he had supported him for years only to watch him switch sides when it suited him. His remarks have quickly become the centre of conversation in local political circles.
Munde told the crowd that Deshmukh was someone he treated like family. He reminded voters that he stood by Deshmukh after a serious accident and even helped with medical expenses running into several lakhs. He said such support came from trust and loyalty, and that Deshmukh leaving him now shows how easily some leaders change sides when the political tide shifts. According to Munde, trust was broken not just politically but personally.
The comments drew strong reactions from the audience, many of whom have seen both leaders work closely in the past. Munde urged voters to think about who stayed committed to them during challenging times and who walked away for political gain. He also appealed to the people of Parli to back candidates who value loyalty and accountability instead of those who “disappear when responsibility increases.”
Deshmukh’s entry into the NCP has already triggered debate in Parli. For some, it signals a recalculation of local alliances; for others, it raises doubts about consistency and personal integrity. Munde’s public criticism has added emotional weight to the issue, turning a routine campaign rally into a sharp political moment that voters are discussing across wards.
Supporters of Munde say his frustration is justified because he invested time, trust and resources into Deshmukh’s political journey. They believe this episode has exposed deeper tensions that were brewing quietly within local leadership for months. On the other hand, some residents feel the clash reflects the shifting nature of Parli’s politics, where leaders make decisions based on future prospects rather than past associations.
The election season in Parli typically revolves around development promises, civic issues and party loyalty. But this time, personal narratives and questions of trust have started shaping the campaign tone. Munde’s comments have added a human angle to the political contest, giving voters a story that goes beyond numbers and party lines.
In the days ahead, both sides are expected to intensify their outreach as the election nears. Deshmukh’s supporters are trying to frame his switch as a strategic decision meant to bring change, while Munde’s camp is focusing on the emotional impact of broken trust. The final outcome may depend on how strongly these themes resonate with voters who have seen multiple political shifts over the years.
What’s clear for now is that the confrontation has brought the Parli election into sharper focus. It has created a narrative that blends politics, personal loyalty and shifting alliances — and voters are paying attention.
