NCP-BJP Alliance Strained Over Event Exclusions

6 UPDATES · 14 DAYS · 7 JUL 2026 — 20 JUL 2026

SPNarendra ModiEknath ShindeTrinamoolSharad PawarNDADevendra FadnavisDelhi

Latest · 20 Jul 2026

Sharad Pawar is weighing a potential merger with the NDA or a reunion of his fractured NCP party, driven by political considerations and health concerns.

What this timeline covers

This event covers Devendra Fadnavis's statement that the BJP is not seeking new parties to join its alliance in Maharashtra, including any reactions, analyses, and follow-up developments related to this specific occurrence. It excludes other actions by Devendra Fadnavis, BJP leaders, or the NCP (SP) unless they are direct developments of this specific statement and related discussions.

The full story, from the beginning

7Jul

STORY BEGINS — Indian Express

Devendra Fadnavis says BJP doors not open for new parties in Maharashtra NDA

15Jul

Indian Express

The NCP accuses the BJP of ignoring it at public events in Pune, straining their allied relationship.

17Jul

The Hindu

The BJP has clarified that only a unified NCP, not separate factions, will be considered as an NDA ally in Maharashtra.

NDTV

The BJP is prioritizing the reunification of the NCP's two factions before considering an alliance, driven by discussions and meetings between leaders from both camps.

The Hindu

Sharad Pawar faces a critical decision regarding the NCP's future, with options including merging with the NCP, supporting the NDA from outside, or backing specific issues.

20Jul

LATEST UPDATE — NDTV

Sharad Pawar is weighing a potential merger with the NDA or a reunion of his fractured NCP party, driven by political considerations and health concerns.

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