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Sunetra Pawar reportedly opposes NCP Merger; Leadership control emerges as major hurdle

Mumbai, Nov 11 ( UNI) Speculation over the possible merger of the two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has intensified, but the proposed reunification appears to have hit a roadblock, with Deputy Chief Minister and NCP national president Sunetra Pawar reportedly opposed to the move.
The issue has gained momentum following statements by Sunil Tatkare, state president of the Ajit Pawar-led NCP faction. The scheduled meeting between legislators from the Ajit Pawar faction and veteran leader Sharad Pawar has further fuelled speculation about the possibility of bringing the two factions together.
According to political sources, Sunetra Pawar is reluctant to agree to the merger as she does not want to lose her control over the party. Following the death of Ajit Pawar, she took over the party's leadership.
A merger could potentially alter the existing power structure and raise questions about the leadership of the unified organisation. Her son, Parth Pawar, is also reportedly opposed to the proposal.
Meanwhile, Sharad Pawar is believed to be making efforts to reunite the two factions and restore the party's organisational unity. UNI SP AAB
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