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Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and NCP head Sharad Pawar expressed condolences for the passing of senior Congress leader Suresh Kalmadi, who died at 81. They acknowledged his significant contributions to Pune's development as a former Union Minister of State for Railways and president of the Indian Olympic Association, noting his impact on the city's political, cultural, and social landscape. Kalmadi's legacy includes initiatives like the Pune Festival and Pune International Marathon, which elevated the city's profile.