Chavan Quits Congress After 30 Years, Sounding Death Knell for Political Dynasty in Maharashtra
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Ashok Chavan resigned as MLA and quit the Congress after over 30 years, ending the Chavan political dynasty in Maharashtra.
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His father was a former CM and he served as CM himself from 2008-2010 before having to step down due to the Adarsh housing scandal.
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He had been showing signs of unhappiness with the Congress leadership over the past couple years, frequently skipping party events.
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His exit is a big blow optically for the Congress in Maharashtra where he was a major face.
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Speculation that he will join the BJP, which could protect him from being prosecuted again over Adarsh society case that cost him chief ministership before.