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Supriya Sule Clarifies NCP Merger Buzz
Supriya Sule says NCP merger talks ended with Ajit Pawar's death, no proposal exists.
In brief
Supriya Sule says NCP merger talks ended with Ajit Pawar's death, no proposal exists. Supriya Sule confirms NCP merger discussions ceased after Ajit Pawar's death with no current merger proposal. Originally reported by Ndtv.
Merger Talks Status
Supriya Sule confirms no merger proposal exists and talks ended with Ajit Pawar's death.
“There is no question. Discussions happened when my brother was alive. We also had that sentiment. After he passed away, the matter ended there”
Family Meetings Continue
Sharad Pawar maintains relationships with Ajit Pawar's kin despite family meetings continuing.
“Even if someone left the party, Sharad Pawar maintains relationships with everyone”
Sunetra Pawar's Stance
Sunetra Pawar, Ajit Pawar's wife, has not attended merger discussions and is seen as opposing the merger.
“Sunetra Pawar stepped into Ajit Pawar's shoes in government and party”
BJP's Merger Push
BJP seeks to unite NCP factions to boost NDA's parliamentary numbers and remove Sharad Pawar from opposition.
“The BJP had been pushing for a merger which will bring the NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar) and its eight MPs into the NDA fold”
Delimitation Bill Delay
Supriya Sule says delimitation bill introduction date remains unclear with no parliamentary session held.
“The discussion is limited to television. Dates keep being announced - much like court dates - yet no parliamentary session has taken place”
Current Merger Stance
Sunetra Pawar and Fadnavis backtracking on merger, with no clear timeline for resolution.
“Fadnavis said any questions about the merger can only be answered by Sule or Sunetra Pawar”
Family Relations
Family meetings between Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar's kin have continued without strain since 2023.
“We have always met during family occasions, such as weddings or birthdays”
Merger Buzz Origin
Merger buzz gained traction after BJP leaders met with NCP leaders to discuss unification.
“The merger buzz has surfaced since Ajit Pawar broke away, gaining traction after a key meeting”
Political Implications
A merger would shift power to Sharad Pawar with Sule as second-in-command.
“All three have much to lose in case of a merger since the unified party is expected to be controlled by Sharad Pawar”
Current Status
No merger proposal exists and family relations remain intact between NCP factions.
“There has never been any strain in our family relations, and there isn't any today either”
What matters most
Supriya Sule confirms NCP merger discussions ceased after Ajit Pawar's death with no current merger proposal.
