Sanjay Raut rules out Sharad Pawar joining BJP, says NCP merger talk is politically insignificant

Mumbai, Nov 9 (UNI) Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut, MP, on Monday strongly dismissed speculation that NCP (SP) president Sharad Pawar could join hands with the BJP, alleging that those making such claims were speaking at someone's behest. Speaking to reporters, he said Sharad Pawar had already rejected the possibility and that his political career and ideology should not be judged on the basis of statements made by leaders of other political groups. "Those who claim that Sharad Pawar will join the BJP are either foolish or speaking at someone's behest," Raut said, questioning why leaders who had left…