Quotes from Sharad Pawar

Running a government as chief minister and managing affairs of the nation are different things.

I was never sent to Kashmir on any secret mission. I want to make that position clear.

The agriculture ministry has to see that their good research percolates down to the fields through the state agricultural departments and the 70-odd state agricultural universities.

During election time, I work over 21 hours. My day starts around 6 A.M., and I address meetings through the day. Between 10 P.M. and 2 A.M., I meet local leaders, where we discuss local issues and local problems.

Normally, I work 18 hours a day.

My lower and upper teeth had to be removed.

Government should make tough decisions in the larger national interests, even if it upsets the people.

We will primarily focus on affordable housing, water supply and transport infrastructure, as these are critical for Mumbai. Infrastructure deficit is an issue in all urban areas.

Infrastructure deficit is an issue in all urban areas.

If I am a trader, and I know you have got ample stocks, why should I buy?

I have been president of the Indian Kabbadi Association, and likewise, I have been associated with various other sports as well.

Modi has been the Gujarat chief minister for more than a decade, but there is a vast difference between controlling a state and leading a nation.

One should not treat investors or a person who has set up an industry and is a successful businessman as criminals in this country. I am fully aware that everybody has a right to succeed, and success should be with ethics.

I could never muster the courage to speak to girls in my college in Pune. Most of them were Parsis and spoke English. I came from a village and could barely converse in English.

In agriculture, whatever you plan and execute takes 2-3 years to have an impact.

Marriage is no substitute for political experience.

The Gandhi family has a tradition of being good hosts. When you call upon them, they treat you with a lot of respect.