India, Oct. 29 -- The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Wednesday appointed Zeeshan Siddique as the new president of its Mumbai unit, signalling what appears to be the beginning of wider organisational changes led by Parth Pawar, son of party president Sunetra Pawar.

Parth is handpicking leaders for key positions, possibly a precursor to taking complete control of the party, an ally in the BJP-led Mahayuti government. However, the transition may not be smooth, with senior NCP leaders preparing to assert their influence.

Siddique, son of slain NCP leader Baba Siddique, is considered close to Parth and his appointment marked Siddique's second significant political milestone in just five months within the organization. After a two-year h...