BJP's Smita Jadhav Files Nomination for Pune Graduates' Constituency
· India · Indian Express, The Hindu
Smita Yogesh Jadhav, the BJP-led Mahayuti candidate, filed her nomination papers for the Pune Graduates' constituency on October 5, 2026, at the Returning Officer's office. She is the daughter of P D Patil, founder of Dr D Y Patil Vidyapeeth, and wife of Yogesh Jadhav, director of 'Pudhari'. Jadhav currently serves as Pro-Chancellor and Secretary of Dr D Y Patil Vidyapeeth. Union Minister Muralidhar Mohol and several Maharashtra ministers and legislators were present at the filing. Jadhav emphasized education, youth power, and knowledge-based development as priorities aligned with PM Modi's 'Viksit Bharat' vision. She highlighted her two-decade experience in education, media, and social sectors as assets for addressing graduates' issues like unemployment and skill development.
Why it matters
Her candidacy strengthens the BJP's position in the Pune Graduates' constituency, a key MLC seat influenced by academic and professional voters. The backing from the D Y Patil educational legacy could sway graduate voters aligned with education and skill development agendas.
Read the original report — Indian Express
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