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NCP Factions Deny Merger Talks, Sharad Pawar Defers Decision to Sule and Ajit Pawar

Amid ongoing speculation, both factions and BJP leaders dismiss merger rumors as unsubstantiated, while NCP (SP) focuses on grassroots restructuring.

For the past few weeks, talks of a potential unification between the two factions have intensified. While Sharad Pawar recently stated that any political decision would be taken by Supriya Sule. (HT FILE)
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Overview

  • Both Sharad Pawar's and Ajit Pawar's NCP factions have officially denied any ongoing merger discussions, calling the rumors baseless.
  • Sharad Pawar has stated that any decision on a potential merger will be made by Supriya Sule and Ajit Pawar, emphasizing their leadership roles.
  • Maharashtra BJP leader Chandrakant Patil dismissed the merger speculation as mere political chatter, with no concrete developments so far.
  • NCP (SP) state president Jayant Patil held a meeting to strategize organizational restructuring and prepare for upcoming local elections, focusing on grassroots mobilization.
  • Party leaders have highlighted the need to address confusion among workers caused by the merger buzz and to strengthen youth and women's participation in the party.