Sharad Pawar keen to contest Rajya Sabha polls; merger of NCP factions unlikely: Sanjay Raut

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut stated Sharad Pawar intends to contest the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections. The Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance will discuss this matter. Raut also indicated that a merger between the two NCP factions is unlikely. Pawar, a senior lawmaker, has informed the Congress of his decision. The MVA faces discussions regarding their Rajya Sabha candidate.