Mumbai: A Mahar Watan plot in Maharashtra’s Pune is under scanner over a controversial deal to the tune of Rs 300 crore between a firm linked to Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar’s son Parth and a person holding the power of attorney for the original 272 watandars.

Although the land deal stands cancelled now, it has sparked a huge political controversy because the land reserved for the Mahar community, and owned by the government, was being sold for a meagre Rs 300 crore while its estimated market value was over Rs 1,800 crore.

In the backdrop of this row, ThePrint looks at what is the Mahar Watan land and can it be sold by private individuals? Show Full Article

What is Mahar Watan land?

Mahar Watan land and its history go back centuries. The watan system existed during the

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