Baramati, Jan. 31 -- NCP-SCP leaders gathered at Sharad Pawar's residence in Baramati on Saturday to chalk out the party's strategies, following the untimely death of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar.

The meeting comes after Sharad Pawar refuted speculation about a merger of the two NCP factions following his nephew's demise.

When asked whether he would consider joining the NDA if both factions of the NCP merge, Sharad Pawar told reporters, "This is all going on your side (media), there is nothing like that here."

A crucial meeting was held on January 17, 2026, between Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar, reportedly the final discussion on the merger. The factions had been working towards ...