
The Thackeray family is once again at the Center in Maharashtra politics. For the past 24 hours, there has been a continuous discussion that Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray can come close. However, amidst speculation of this possible reconciliation, the Shiv Sena, led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, has launched a scathing attack on Uddhav Thackeray and even called him ‘modern Duryodhana’.
Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) attack: Uddhav ‘Modern Duryodhana’
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Shiv Sena MP and spokesperson from Thane, Naresh Mhaske claimed that Uddhav Thackeray never allowed his cousin Raj Thackeray to move forward in Balasaheb Thackeray’s Shiv Sena.
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He said that Uddhav strongly opposed him when Bal Thackeray offered some big responsibilities to Raj Thackeray.
Only frustration towards Raj Thackeray?
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MHSSS says that Uddhav Thackeray’s recent inclination towards Raj Thackeray, his decreasing mass base and the frustration of maintaining political relevance.
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He taunted, “The Shiv Sena (UBT) no longer has a crowd gathering leaders, so he is now looking towards Raj Thackeray with hope.”
‘Raj Thackeray will not get caught in the trap’
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MHSSI clearly stated that Raj Thackeray would not attend the ‘drowning ship’ of Shiv Sena (UBT).
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He said, “Raj Thackeray is not a naive leader. He was first expelled from Shiv Sena, now why will he come back?”
Hindutva accused of double standards
Rahul Gandhi also attacked
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Naresh Mahske also targeted Congress leader Rahul Gandhi: “He makes statements abroad but does not raise the necessary issues in Parliament.”
Why discuss the reconciliation of the kingdom?
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Recently both Raj and Uddhav made statements that “trivial issues can be forgotten.”
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This intensified speculation that both Thackeray leaders could join hands again after two decades.
Political analysis
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In the 2024 election strategy for Uddhav Thackeray, Raj Thackeray’s support may be important for mobilizing crowds and giving a edge on the issue of Hindutva.
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At the same time, Shinde faction feels that this reconciliation can become a direct political challenge for him, so he has already started in political retaliation.