Maharashtra NCP president refutes reports about discussion of merger with Sharad Pawar faction
Sunil Tatkare, NCP president, refuted reports of a merger discussion between his party and Sharad Pawar’s faction. He clarified that the meeting in Baramati on January 17 was a casual gathering about local body elections. Sharad Pawar stated he wished for the two factions to reunite but had no knowledge of Sunetra Pawar's swearing-in ceremony. The Governor will administer the oath of office to Sunetra Pawar at 5 p.m. today.
1 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
Sunetra Pawar was appointed Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister following the death of Ajit Pawar.
— The Hindu
Piyush Goyal's claim that Praful Patel was appointed NCP president was denied by Patel, who emphasized democratic processes for leadership decisions.
4 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
Sharad Pawar, NCP leader, clarified that Devendra Fadnavis, Maharashtra Chief Minister, is not involved in merger talks and Ajit Pawar and Jayant Patil are leading the discussions.
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