Nationalist Congress Party (SP) working president Supriya Sule stated that discussions regarding a potential merger between the two NCP factions concluded after the passing of her brother, Ajit Pawar.
Sule indicated that merger talks were ongoing until Ajit Pawar’s death on January 28, 2026. She clarified that the day he died marked the end of those discussions.
Maharashtra NCP president Sunil Tatkare also dismissed merger speculation, stating that his faction is not considering a reunion with the Sharad Pawar-led NCP (SCP). Tatkare affirmed his faction’s commitment to the BJP-led NDA, emphasizing that they joined the alliance after careful consideration and will remain a part of it.
Tatkare further commented on recent statements by Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut regarding MLAs switching sides, calling them baseless and suggesting Raut’s mental health has deteriorated. Tatkare reiterated that his faction, under Sunetra Pawar’s leadership, will stay with the NDA and that a merger is not being considered.
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Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
