# Supriya Sule Clarifies NCP Merger Buzz

> Supriya Sule says NCP merger talks ended with Ajit Pawar's death, no proposal exists.
- Title: Supriya Sule Clarifies NCP Merger Buzz · Ndtv | Shortify
- Summary: Supriya Sule says NCP merger talks ended with Ajit Pawar's death, no proposal exists.
- Keywords: supriya sule, ncp, sharad pawar, ajit pawar, sunetra pawar, bjp, merger, nda, delimitation bill, india, Ndtv
- Source: Ndtv — https://ndtv.com/india-news/no-question-of-that-supriya-sules-on-ncp-merger-buzz-12318866
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## 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
## Key takeaway

Supriya Sule confirms NCP merger discussions ceased after Ajit Pawar's death with no current merger proposal.