BJP MP and former Union Minister Narayan Rane has dismissed speculation about his retirement, saying his remarks made at a public rally recently were misinter pretedand reaffirming his commitment to active politics. Talking to reporters on Monday, the former Maharashtra Chief  Minister clarified that he had merely said he would reflect on his future if he was unable to deliver results for the people.

 

Rane, who has been associated with the Shiv Sena, Congress and the BJP during his long political career, at a public rally in Sindhudurg on Saturday said “one has to stop at some point”, while referring to his family and sons (Shiv Sena MLA) Nilesh and (state BJPminister) Nitesh,both of whom are active in politics. His comments led to discussions in political circles that the veteran leader was preparing to step away from public life. Addressing the gathering, Rane had said people loved his family and that after him, his sons would continue to provide all cooperation.