Sanjay Deshmukh Claims Amit Shah Assures Full Funding for Yavatmal-Washim Development Lok Sabha MP from Yavatmal-Washim, Sanjay Deshmukh, stated on Sunday that Union Home Minister Amit Shah has committed to providing full funding for development projects in his constituency. Deshmukh, who recently switched allegiance from Shiv Sena UBT to the Shiv Sena (Shinde) faction, made the claim during a press briefing in Nagpur. His decision to join the Shinde faction followed the merger of six UBT MPs with the Shinde faction, which was approved by Lok Sabha Speaker. Deshmukh emphasized that the public’s support for the government stems from its focus on development, citing pending projects in his constituency. He recounted a meeting with Shah, during which the home minister assured him that all development initiatives would receive complete financial backing. “Our people want development, and there are so many pending projects,” Deshmukh said. “We met Amit Shah two days ago. He said whatever development work you have, we will definitely give full funds for it and complete that development work.” Deshmukh defended his political shift, stating it was a result of thorough deliberation and formal recognition. “We took this decision after obtaining complete information about the legal process. This decision by Lok Sabha Speaker to approve it was expected. We did everything properly, after speaking to people,” he added. He dismissed allegations that the merger with Shinde Sena was illegal, asserting that the opposition’s criticism was part of its role as an opposition party. The MP also addressed claims of bribery involving Rs50 crore, insisting that his actions were driven by constituents’ needs. “These allegations are bound to come. The opposition has nothing else to say, so they will say this. We will do our work.#lok_sabha #shiv_sena #amit_shah #sanjay_deshmukh #yavatmal_washim
Lone Vidarbha UBT MP Reaffirms Loyalty to Shiv Sena After Virtual Meeting with Uddhav Thackeray Sanjay Deshmukh, the sole Shiv Sena (UBT) member of parliament from Vidarbha, reaffirmed his allegiance to the party after participating in an emergency virtual meeting with party chief Uddhav Thackeray at Matoshree on Sunday. The gathering followed persistent rumors that Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was attempting to lure seven UBT MPs to defect and bolster Shiv Sena’s parliamentary strength ahead of the monsoon session. Deshmukh, who could not attend the meeting in person, stated he remained fully committed to Uddhav Thackeray, emphasizing his dedication as a "soldier of Balasaheb Thackeray." The meeting, described by political analysts as a response to what has been termed "Operation Tiger," aimed to counter Shinde’s alleged efforts to recruit defectors. Deshmukh joined the virtual session alongside other MPs, including Omraje Nimbalkar, Bhausaheb Waghchaure, and Nagesh Ashtikar, while Arvind Sawant, Anil Desai, Sanjay Dina Patil, and Rajabhau Waje attended in person. Uddhav Thackeray also spoke to Parbhani MP Sanjay Bandu Jadhav via phone. After the meeting, Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut publicly confirmed that all nine UBT Lok Sabha MPs had reaffirmed their loyalty, calling for an end to speculation about their political allegiance. The political maneuvering comes amid broader tensions within the Shiv Sena, with Shinde’s faction reportedly seeking to weaken the Uddhav-led group. Under the anti-defection law, at least seven of the nine UBT MPs would need to defect to avoid disqualification, making Shinde’s outreach a strategic challenge. The situation is further complicated by the Centre’s planned reintroduction of the delimitation and women’s reservation bills during the monsoon session.#shiv_sena #uddhav_thackeray #matoshree #eknath_shinde #sanjay_deshmukh
4 killed, 2 injured in Badnera crash An unidentified truck collided with a car on the Amravati-Akola highway late Monday night, resulting in the deaths of four youths from Badnera and injuries to two others. The incident occurred around 1:30 am when Mohammad Huzefa Mohammad Arif and five friends were traveling to Akola for tea. The collision caused severe damage to the vehicle, leading to the fatalities of Mohammad Talha Mohammad Anees, Mohammad Anas Mohammad Saeed, Abdul Avez Mohammad Akil, and Mohammad Anves Abdul Salim, all residents of Badnera’s old town. The surviving occupants, Mohammad Ashar and Mohammad Anas Mohammad Anees, were hospitalized at RIMS Hospital with serious injuries. Mohammad Javed Sheikh Afzal, a local resident, filed a complaint with the Badnera police, prompting an investigation into the incident. The case has been registered under sections 106(1), 125(A), 125(B), 281 of the BNS Act, as well as sections 134 and 184 of the Motor Vehicles Act. Police Inspector Subordinate (PSI) Sanjay Deshmukh is leading the probe and is actively searching for the truck driver. The police have not yet identified the driver or the vehicle involved, though authorities are working to gather evidence and trace the truck’s origin. The accident has caused widespread shock in Badnera, with local residents expressing concerns about the safety of the Amravati-Akola highway. Many attribute the tragedy to increased traffic congestion and a lack of strict speed control measures on the road. The incident has sparked discussions about the need for improved infrastructure and stricter enforcement of traffic regulations to prevent similar accidents in the future. The victims’ families have not yet made public statements, but the community has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of young lives.#badnera #amravati_akola_highway #rims_hospital #mohammad_javed_sheikh_afzal #sanjay_deshmukh
