UBT’s Raut Calls Nagpur ‘Hindutva Capital’, Blurs Barrier In Ram Name Nagpur: Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Tuesday referred to Nagpur as the "capital of Hindutva," citing the RSS headquarters located in the city. He linked this designation to the July 18 Ram Raksha Andolan, a movement led by UBT chief Uddhav Thackeray, which he claimed was intended to send a message to Hindus. Raut criticized the RSS’s Belagavi statement expressing sorrow over alleged theft of donations at the Ayodhya Ram temple, calling it insufficient because the main accused remained at large. Raut’s remarks were part of a broader critique of the Mahayuti alliance, which he accused of mocking UBT for Thackeray’s involvement in the Ram Raksha Andolan. One such criticism was an allegation that Thackeray could not recite the Ram Raksha mantra fluently. Raut responded by suggesting that those capable of reciting it properly were the ones implicated in the temple donation theft. He emphasized that the event was a religious gathering, not a political campaign, stating, "We are organizing a religious event, it's not a political programme." When questioned about obtaining civic and police permissions for the event, Raut assured that all parties would be invited, including RSS office-bearers. He expressed openness to engaging with RSS leaders, saying, "We will go to the RSS headquarters and invite their senior office-bearers. We will tell all parties, you come. This is Ram's path, Ram's strength." Raut also mentioned that Congress and NCP leaders would be invited if they wished to attend, and reiterated that Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, a life member of the Ramnagar temple, would receive a respectful invitation.#devendra_fadnavis #uddhav_thackeray #shiv_sena_uba #ram_raksha_andolan #ramnagar_temple
Shiv Sena (UBT) Members Absent from Party Meeting: Profiles of Six Key Figures On June 18, a party meeting of Shiv Sena (UBT) was held in Delhi, but only four members attended. Party leader Anil Desai had urged members to participate the day prior, yet six prominent members did not show up. The absence of these individuals has raised questions about their commitment to the party, with officials indicating they may have violated the party whip. Notices have been sent to the absent members, and disciplinary action could follow if they fail to respond. Sanjay Dina Patil (Mumbai North-East) A member of a politically influential family, Sanjay Dina Patil represents Mumbai North-East. His father, Dina Patil, was a notable figure in Maharashtra politics, and his mother, Manorama Patil, served as a municipal commissioner. Patil contested the 2024 Lok Sabha election as a Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate, defeating BJP’s Mihir Kotecha. He previously ran in 2009 as an RCP candidate, defeating senior BJP leader Kiran Somaiya. His political career has been marked by alliances with multiple parties, including the RCP and Shiv Sena. Omraje Nimbalkar (Dhara Shiv) Known for his grassroots connectivity, Omraje Nimbalkar represents Dhara Shiv (Usmānābād). He has been a key figure in local politics, often clashing with the Patil family in electoral battles. In the 2024 Lok Sabha election, he defeated BJP’s Rānājagjītsinh Pāṭil, who was an RCP candidate. Nimbalkar’s political journey began with the Congress, later shifting to Shiv Sena after local dynamics changed. He also contested the 2014 Lok Sabha election, losing to Rānājagjītsinh Pāṭil. Bhausaheb Wakchaure (Shirddi) A retired government official, Bhausaheb Wakchaure represents Shirddi.#shiv_sena_uba #anil_desai #sanjay_dina_patil #omraje_nimbalkar #bhausaheb_wakchaure
Suresh Dhanorkar: Dhanorkar-Andhare Open Spat Deepens Chandrapur MVA Rift A public clash between Congress MP Pratibha Dhanorkar and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sushma Andhare has intensified the existing tensions within the MVA alliance in Chandrapur, exposing deepening divisions over political strategies and municipal governance. The confrontation, which erupted during a women’s empowerment rally, saw Andhare warn Congress of potential electoral consequences if the Shiv Sena (UBT) is sidelined in the Chandrapur Municipal Corporation. She accused opponents of attempting to block the Sena’s influence, vowing retaliation if their efforts to marginalize the party succeed. “Those who tried to block our path will find their own path blocked,” she said, signaling a readiness to challenge Congress’s dominance in the civic body. The dispute follows a recent shift in the municipal corporation’s power dynamics, where an unexpected alliance between the BJP, Shiv Sena (UBT), and Independents allowed the Sena to secure key positions, including deputy mayor and standing committee chairperson. Andhare defended the move, stating that her party was forced to alter its strategy after failed coordination within the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance. She claimed the decision was necessary to counter alleged defections and horse-trading among corporators, which she argued threatened the Sena’s interests. The remarks were interpreted as a direct jab at Dhanorkar, who was reportedly opposed to allocating critical roles to the UBT faction. This impasse, she claimed, created an opening for the BJP’s tactical intervention. In response, Dhanorkar escalated the conflict, questioning Andhare’s credibility and accusing her of pursuing opportunistic politics.#maha_vikas_aghadi #pratibha_dhanorkar #sushma_andhare #shiv_sena_uba #chandrapur_municipal_corporation
