Vinod Rathod, Mumbai: Speculation regarding a political realignment in Maharashtra has intensified following a meeting between Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) chief Sharad Pawar and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday. This comes after an earlier meeting between BJP National General Secretary Vinod Tawde and NCP (SP) State President Jayant Patil, fueling speculation about an 'Operation Tutari.'
Amid these developments, internal discontent within the NCP (SP) is growing over the possibility of joining the NDA, with party MLA Rohit Pawar opposing it, Jagran.com reported.
Sharad Pawar's Meeting With Eknath Shinde Sparks Speculation
On Wednesday, Sharad Pawar met with Eknath Shinde at the Vidhan Bhavan. Reports indicate that upon receiving information about Pawar’s arrival, Shinde briefly left an ongoing cabinet meeting to welcome him.
While official information regarding the discussion has not been released, the meeting has triggered widespread debate across political circles.
Tawde-Patil Meeting Fuels Speculation Of Realignment
Reports of a recent meeting between Vinod Tawde and Jayant Patil have added to the growing speculation surrounding a potential realignment. These back-to-back meetings have fueled speculation that the political equation between the NCP (SP) and the ruling NDA may be on the verge of changing.
Internal Rift Within NCP (SP) Over Possibility Of Joining NDA
According to reports, internal disagreement within the NCP (SP) is growing over the possibility of joining the NDA. While some party leaders have reportedly expressed disagreements, MLA Rohit Pawar is opposing the move. Pawar reportedly favours maintaining the party's current alliance with the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA).
Rohit Pawar Expected To Clarify Stance Soon
Amid ongoing discussions within the NCP (SP), reports suggest that Rohit Pawar may soon clarify his stance on the matter. As such, his response is being closely monitored by party leaders and observers across Maharashtra's politics.