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Fadnavis: Both NCP factions independent, merger decision rests with them
✍️ India Today
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 05:38 AM
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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated that both factions of the Nationalist Congress Party are currently independent entities. He clarified that the decision regarding a potential merger lies solely with the respective party leaders.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has addressed the ongoing political dynamics within the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). Commenting on the split in the party, Fadnavis stated that both factions are currently functioning as independent entities.
The Chief Minister emphasized that the question of a merger is not for the government to decide. He noted that the leadership of both factions will take the call on whether to reunite or continue separately.
Fadnavis maintained a neutral stance on the internal party matters, asserting that the political process should be allowed to play out among the party members themselves. This statement comes amidst continued speculation regarding the future of the NCP in Maharashtra politics.
The Chief Minister emphasized that the question of a merger is not for the government to decide. He noted that the leadership of both factions will take the call on whether to reunite or continue separately.
Fadnavis maintained a neutral stance on the internal party matters, asserting that the political process should be allowed to play out among the party members themselves. This statement comes amidst continued speculation regarding the future of the NCP in Maharashtra politics.