Parth Pawar meets Fadnavis amid reports of rift within NCP
Parth Pawar, son of NCP Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, met with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis amid reports of internal strife within the Nationalist Congress Party. Discussions included administrative and political issues, as well as a vacant Rajya Sabha seat. Despite claims of tension, NCP leaders have denied rumors of significant discord and emphasized that Sunetra Pawar leads the party's decision-making.
- ▪Parth Pawar met Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to discuss internal issues within the NCP.
- ▪Reports suggest a rift within the NCP, particularly involving leaders Praful Patel and Sunil Tatkare.
- ▪NCP leader Umesh Patil refuted claims of tension and stated that Sunetra Pawar is in charge of the party.
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Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) MP, and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar’s son, Parth Pawar met Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in the intervening of Saturday (May 16, 2026) and Sunday (May 17, 2026) amid reports of internal tension in the NCP.“Parth Pawar met me. There were a few administrative and political issues. We are alliance partners. I don’t think this is such a big news,” Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis told reporters in Pune on Sunday (May 17, 2026).NCP sources said the two leaders briefly discussed issues within NCP as well. “A seat in Rajya Sabha is getting vacant. We have a few names in mind. This was also discussed,” a leader said.The rift within NCP is being spoken about in hushed tones even as Praful Patel and Sunil Tatkare continue to remain upset.
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