Political Tensions Rise in Maharashtra as Thackeray Brothers Unite

Thackeray Brothers' Reunion Shakes Maharashtra's Political Landscape

On Sunday, Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Raut expressed that the recent collaboration between Raj Thackeray, head of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena, and Uddhav Thackeray, leader of Shiv Sena (UBT), has caused concern among leaders of the ruling 'Mahayuti', including Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.

Raut, associated with Shiv Sena (UBT), informed reporters that the Thackeray brothers celebrated the withdrawal of government orders related to Hindi by the BJP-led government during a 'Vijay' rally on Saturday, leaving Mahayuti leaders in a state of confusion. This marked the first time in two decades that the cousins appeared together on a political platform.

During the event, Uddhav hinted at a potential political alliance between Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS. Raut remarked, "Mahayuti leaders and Devendra Fadnavis are troubled by the coming together of the Thackeray brothers."

Following the rally, Fadnavis claimed that Uddhav delivered a speech reminiscent of a 'rudaali' (mourner). Raut responded, stating, "Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde should start preparing for their tears regarding the Thackeray brothers' reunion."

The Rajya Sabha member asserted that Maharashtra has triumphed in its battle against the imposition of Hindi, crediting the unity of the two Thackeray brothers and their allies for this victory.

After the rally, Raut noted that leaders from several southern states, particularly Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, have emphasized their readiness to challenge the central government and eliminate the imposition of Hindi.

On Saturday, Uddhav and Raj jointly organized a victory rally named 'Awaaz Marathi Cha' in Worli, Mumbai, celebrating the withdrawal of two government orders that aimed to introduce Hindi as a third language in government schools from the first grade.