Maharashtra: Sanjay Raut Invites Shinde Faction Leaders to Return to Shiv Sena (UBT) if They Regret Their Split Sanjay Raut, a leader of Shiv Sena (UBT), has extended an invitation to members of the Shinde faction to rejoin the party if they realize their decision to leave in 2022 was a mistake. However, Raut clarified that not all leaders will be allowed to return. The statement comes amid ongoing tensions between the two factions of the Shiv Sena, which split in 2022 when a group led by Eknath Shinde broke away to form the Shiv Sena (UBT). Raut, who is a member of the Shiv Sena (UBT) and a member of parliament, stated during a press interaction in Mumbai that if any leader feels they made an error in leaving the party or were misled, they should return to the UBT faction led by Uddhav Thackeray. He accused the BJP of disrespecting its allies, suggesting that the party’s actions have contributed to the factional divide. This remark follows a statement by Abdul Sattar, a senior leader of the Shinde faction and former minister, who claimed that the BJP had weakened the Shiv Sena (UBT) and further damaged the Shinde faction’s influence in the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district. Sattar argued that if allies begin to weaken the party, the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance loses its legitimacy. He also hinted at the possibility of reuniting the two Shiv Sena factions. Raut countered by asserting that the original Shiv Sena, not the BJP, was the dominant political force in Maharashtra. He criticized the BJP for failing to accept this reality and blamed the party for causing the split. Raut also raised questions about the Election Commission’s role in matters related to the party’s name and symbols, expressing confidence that the Supreme Court would rule in favor of Uddhav Thackeray’s faction.#maharashtra #uddhav_thackeray #shiv_sena_ubit #eknath_shinde #shinde_faction
Maharashtra: Uddhav Thackeray Apologizes for Appointing Bache Khan as Minister; Pre-Monsoon Rain in Pune Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray addressed the media in Pune, acknowledging his mistake in appointing Bache Khan as a minister. He stated that the decision was an error on his part and emphasized the need for accountability within the state government. The apology came amid ongoing political tensions and public scrutiny over the ministerial appointments. Thackeray also highlighted the importance of pre-monsoon rainfall in the region, which is crucial for agricultural planning and water resource management. A murder case in Pune has sparked widespread concern. The victim, identified as Ravindra Urf Pintya Urf Dokia Yashwant Ahire, was attacked by three suspects—Dipak Dange, Vijay Bhide, and Parshuram Bhide—in Malkan Compound. The assailants used sharp weapons to strike the victim’s abdomen, head, face, and other body parts, resulting in his death at the scene. According to police, the victim had a dispute with Dipak Dange and was preparing to file a police complaint against him. The suspects, enraged by this, carried out the attack. The police arrested the three accused within hours of the incident based on a complaint from the victim’s brother. The case has been registered under Sections 103(1) (murder) and 61(2) (criminal conspiracy) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the attack and have urged the public to remain vigilant. Hindu Organizations Launch Statewide Protest Against Maharashtra’s Draft Law Hindu organizations in Maharashtra have intensified their opposition to the proposed State Devasthanam Inam Revocation Draft Act 2026.#maharashtra #pune #uddhav_thackeray #bache_khan #pre_monsoon_rain
Maharashtra Congress Rift in MVA, Congress to Field Candidate Against Shiv Sena in Vidhan Parishad Election The Maharashtra Congress has announced it will field its own candidate against the Shiv Sena (UBT) in the upcoming Maharashtra Vidhan Parishad elections, marking a significant rift within the Mahayuti (MVA) alliance. The decision comes after the Shiv Sena UBT, led by Uddhav Thackeray, announced that former opposition leader Ambadas Danve would contest the election. This move has sparked tensions within the MVA, as Congress, which had previously pledged support to Thackeray, now plans to challenge his party in the polls. The Shiv Sena UBT confirmed that Danve, a senior party leader, will be their candidate for the Vidhan Parishad election, which is scheduled for May 12. This decision has led to internal discord within the MVA, as Congress, which had earlier committed to backing Thackerey, has now decided to run its own candidate. The Congress party, through its state committee chairman Harshvardhan Sapkal, stated it will field a candidate in the election, signaling a shift in its strategy. The election for the Vidhan Parishad involves nine seats, with the current MVA coalition holding 46 seats. The Shiv Sena (UBT) has 20 seats, Congress 16, and the National Congress Party (NCP) 10. The final date for submitting nominations is April 30. The Congress party’s decision to contest the election has raised concerns about the stability of the MVA, which has been a key political alliance in Maharashtra. Sapkal, who had previously pledged support to Thackeray, has now expressed disappointment with the Shiv Sena’s choice of Danve as their candidate. He accused the party of undermining the alliance by not selecting Thackeray, who had been a central figure in the MVA.#uddhav_thackeray #shiv_sena_ubit #maharashtra_congress #ambadas_danve #harshvardhan_sapkal
Ex-VP Dhankar Resigned Over Alleged 'Explosive' Discussions with Opposition: Sena (UBT) The Shiv Sena (UBT), led by Uddhav Thackeray, claimed on Thursday that former vice-president Jagdeep Dhankar was forced to resign from his post after the BJP-led government discovered he was engaging in "explosive" discussions with opposition leaders. The party alleged that Dhankar, who served as chairman of the Rajya Sabha, had been exchanging sensitive ideas with political parties critical of the government. The Sena (UBT) accused the administration of using health-related claims to pressure Dhankar into quitting, despite his prior good health. Dhankar resigned as vice-president on July 21, 2025, citing health reasons and medical advice. His sudden departure sparked speculation that he had been compelled to step down under government pressure. The Sena (UBT) editorial in its publication Saamana stated that Dhankar had been in good health at the time of his resignation and that he never publicly mentioned illness as a reason for quitting. The party argued that the government had learned about his private meetings with opposition figures and decided to act, fabricating a medical certificate to justify his resignation. The Sena (UBT) claimed that Dhankar had maintained a strong relationship with parties opposing the ruling BJP and that his private discussions with them were considered "explosive" by the government. According to the editorial, the administration used this information to justify his removal, framing his resignation as a health-related necessity. The party called for Dhankar to disclose the circumstances surrounding his departure, suggesting that the government's actions were politically motivated.#bjp #uddhav_thackeray #shiv_sena_UBT #jagdeep_dhankar #rajya_sabha_chairman
Supriya Sule meets Uddhav Thackeray at Matoshree for Rajya Sabha election The upcoming Rajya Sabha election in the state has sparked intense competition among political parties, with the Maharashtra Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance facing internal divisions over a single seat. The state is contesting seven Rajya Sabha seats, and the distribution of these seats is expected to depend on the party strength in the Vidhan Sabha. While the MVA alliance, comprising Shiv Sena (Uddhav Thackeray), Congress, and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) led by Sharad Pawar, has 46 MLAs in total, the need for 37 votes to secure a seat has created tensions. All three parties have claimed the right to contest the seat, leaving the final decision uncertain. In this context, NCP leader Supriya Sule visited Uddhav Thackeray at Matoshree to discuss the matter. Aditya Thackeray, Uddhav Thackeray’s son, provided details about the meeting, stating that no final decision was made but that a resolution would be announced soon. He emphasized that all MVA partners would convene to address the issue, highlighting the importance of unity in the alliance. Jayant Patil, another NCP leader, confirmed that the meeting aimed to resolve the dispute over the candidate. He noted that the party had urged Uddhav Thackeray to support Sharad Pawar’s candidacy, citing the demand from party workers and members of the Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha. Patil also mentioned that discussions with the Congress party had taken place, and the party’s stance had been communicated to Uddhav Thackeray. The meeting underscored the delicate balance required to maintain the MVA alliance’s cohesion, as the outcome of the Rajya Sabha election could influence the political landscape in the state.#rajya_sabha_election #supriya_sule #uddhav_thackeray #matoshree #maharashtra_vikas_aghadi
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