Aaditya mocks rebels for claiming Sena, says Shinde is illegal CM, dirty politics taking place| Exclusive
2 years, 2 months ago

Aaditya mocks rebels for claiming Sena, says Shinde is illegal CM, dirty politics taking place| Exclusive

India Today  

In an exclusive interview with India Today's Rajdeep Sardesai, Aaditya Thackeray called Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde an "illegal CM" and added that "dirty politics is taking place" in the state. Mocking their claim to the Shiv Sena symbol, he said the Shinde faction will claim the UN symbol as theirs next. Aaditya's comment came a day after the Uddhav Thackeray faction got the torch mashaal symbol, ending the Thackeray-Shinde fight for claim on Sena. Uddhav Thackeray’s party name will be ‘Shiv Sena Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray’ whereas Eknath Shinde got the name ‘Balasahebchi Shiv Sena.’ Uddhav Thackeray group's Bhaskar Jadhav had said they are happy with the renaming and consider it a major victory.

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‘Maharashtra SP Acts Like BJP B-Team’: Aaditya Thackeray’s ‘Hindutva’ Response After Abu Azmi’s MVA Exit Call
2 weeks, 2 days ago

‘Maharashtra SP Acts Like BJP B-Team’: Aaditya Thackeray’s ‘Hindutva’ Response After Abu Azmi’s MVA Exit Call

ABP News  

Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray on Saturday called the Maharashtra unit of the Samajwadi Party "BJP's B-Team". #WATCH | Mumbai: On reports of SP quitting MVA in Maharashtra, Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray says, "I would not like to comment much on them. Mumbai: On Shiv Sena MLA Aaditya Thackeray's remarks that the Samajwadi Party is the B team of …

Aaditya Thackeray's 'pure anarchy' jibe at Mahayuti over Maharashtra deadlock
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Aaditya Thackeray's 'pure anarchy' jibe at Mahayuti over Maharashtra deadlock

India Today  

Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray on Sunday claimed the Mahayuti's inability to decide on a Chief Minister and form government more than a week after the announcement of Assembly poll results was an "insult" to Maharashtra. Targeting the Bharatiya Janata Party, which is the largest constituent of the Mahayuti, Thackeray claimed that to declare the swearing-in date unilaterally without even …

How Eknath Shinde’s star rose in Maharashtra politics
3 weeks, 5 days ago

How Eknath Shinde’s star rose in Maharashtra politics

Live Mint  

The template for political immunity from prosecution was set a year earlier, in June 2022, when the Uddhav Thackeray-led MVA government in Maharashtra was toppled after a dramatic coup staged by Eknath Shinde, a close aide of the Shiv Sena chieftain. An energetic political go-getter, seen sporting a flaming red tilak on his forehead and a well-trimmed beard, the short-statured …

Once synonymous to Maharashtra politics, Aaditya’s Worli win does little for Thackeray’s fading legacy
1 month ago

Once synonymous to Maharashtra politics, Aaditya’s Worli win does little for Thackeray’s fading legacy

Firstpost  

Factionalism has splintered the Shiv Sena, with Uddhav Thackeray struggling to keep the party united against the rising influence of Eknath Shinde and the BJP Assembly Elections 2024 Result Once the symbol of Maharashtra’s political might, the Thackeray family now finds itself overshadowed by the BJP and deserted by loyalists of Balasaheb Thackeray, alienated by his descendant’s arrogance. Shiv Sena, …

Aaditya Thackeray wins Worli, asks if people voted or EVMs after NDA stunner
1 month ago

Aaditya Thackeray wins Worli, asks if people voted or EVMs after NDA stunner

India Today  

Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray won the Worli Assembly constituency in Mumbai by a slight margin, defeating Shiv Sena leader Milind Deora. Aaditya Thackeray defeated Milind Deora by a margin of 8,801 votes, but expressed shock over the Maha Vikas Aghadi's performance in the state despite the Opposition punching way above its weight in the Lok Sabha polls in the …

Campaigning in cousin Amit’s poll debut turf, Aaditya slams MNS
1 month, 1 week ago

Campaigning in cousin Amit’s poll debut turf, Aaditya slams MNS

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray on Friday slammed the Raj Thackeray-led Maharashtra Navirman Sena while campaigning in the Mahim assembly constituency, where the MNS chief’s son Amit Thackeray is contesting against Shiv Sena ’s Mahesh Sawant and the sitting MLA Sada Sarvankar from the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. Campaigning in cousin Amit’s poll debut turf, Aaditya slams MNS “I …

Milind Deora calls Aaditya Thackeray 'outsider' in Worli Sena vs Sena battle
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Milind Deora calls Aaditya Thackeray 'outsider' in Worli Sena vs Sena battle

India Today  

Shiv Sena Rajya Sabha MP Milind Deora on Monday described his high-stakes electoral contest with Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray from Worli Assembly seat as a "political battle" and accused him of hindering development in Mumbai and Maharashtra through his "speed-breaker politics". In the Sena vs Sena battle, Deora, who left the Congress and joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena …

Eknath Shinde's Popularity in Maharashtra: A Turning Point for the BJP?
2 months ago

Eknath Shinde's Popularity in Maharashtra: A Turning Point for the BJP?

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is considering handing the Maharashtra chief minister (CM) Eknath Shinde a fresh term in the upcoming state assembly elections. The decision is reportedly based on Shinde's recent electoral success and the alliance's poor showing in the Lok Sabha polls. The BJP may also be concerned about the opposition's reluctance to criticize Shinde, who has managed …

For MVA, discussion on Maharashtra CM only after assembly polls
4 months, 2 weeks ago

For MVA, discussion on Maharashtra CM only after assembly polls

Hindustan Times  

The opposition coalition Maharashtra Vikas Aghadi has decided to keep the contentious issue of chief ministership off the table for now. Shiv Sena even publicly said that Uddhav Thackeray should be declared the chief ministerial candidate. Shiv Sena publicly said that Uddhav Thackeray should be declared the chief ministerial candidate. A party leader said the top brass is not sure …

Who is the real Shiv Sena?: SC to consider Uddhav Thackeray group's plea against Eknath Shinde, MLAs on August 7
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Who is the real Shiv Sena?: SC to consider Uddhav Thackeray group's plea against Eknath Shinde, MLAs on August 7

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on July 30 said it will hear on August 7 a plea of Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena faction challenging Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar’s order declaring the Shiv Sena bloc led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde as the “real political party” after its split in June 2022. The bench, on July 29, had said it would hear …

‘Where has your Hindutva gone?’: Eknath Shinde jabs Uddhav Thackeray on Shiv Sena foundation day
6 months ago

‘Where has your Hindutva gone?’: Eknath Shinde jabs Uddhav Thackeray on Shiv Sena foundation day

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday lashed out Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray, saying the former chief minister has no right to seek votes in the name of Bal Thackeray. “Where has your Hindutva gone, you have no right to seek votes in Balasaheb Thackeray’s name,” Shinde said at a rally to mark the foundation day of the undivided …

Devendra Fadnavis takes 'Page 3' jibe at Aaditya Thackeray's political future
7 months, 1 week ago

Devendra Fadnavis takes 'Page 3' jibe at Aaditya Thackeray's political future

India Today  

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and senior BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday took a jibe at former minister and Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray and said that the state is not run by Page 3. When asked about Aaditya Thackeray's potential to become the Chief Minister, Fadnavis said, "He was a minister for two and a half years and you …

Sena Vs Sena: SC to hear Uddhav faction plea challenging Maharashtra Speaker's decision in April
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Sena Vs Sena: SC to hear Uddhav faction plea challenging Maharashtra Speaker's decision in April

India TV News  

The Supreme Court to hear a petition by the Shiv Sena-Uddhav faction challenging the Maharashtra Speaker's refusal to disqualify MLAs of the Eknath Shinde group in the second week of April. A bench comprising Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra sent for the original documents after the Shinde faction alleged forgery in the records …

Sena vs Sena verdict puts to rest all doubts about stability of Maharashtra govt., says Devendra Fadnavis
11 months, 1 week ago

Sena vs Sena verdict puts to rest all doubts about stability of Maharashtra govt., says Devendra Fadnavis

The Hindu  

A day after Speaker Rahul Narwekar declared the ruling Shiv Sena faction led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde as the ‘real’ one, Deputy Chief Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said that the Speaker’s verdict left no doubt that Maharashtra would continue to have a stable government that would complete its full term. There should now …

Shinde faction teases Thackeray with victory banners after speaker’s verdict
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Shinde faction teases Thackeray with victory banners after speaker’s verdict

Hindustan Times  

The Eknath Shinde faction took to the streets on Thursday with banners hailing the assembly speaker’s verdict declaring Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Shinde as the true successor of the Shiv Sena. Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Shinde during a public rally after the Speaker’s verdict The Shinde faction workers put up banners outside the Matoshree, the official residence of Uddhav Thackeray. …

Opposition criticises Maharashtra Speaker’s verdict, BJP congratulates Shinde
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Opposition criticises Maharashtra Speaker’s verdict, BJP congratulates Shinde

The Hindu  

As Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar delivered a crucial verdict on January 10 on the cross-petitions filed by the rival Shiv Sena factions seeking disqualification of each other’s MLAs, swift reactions ensued from leaders of various political parties. Nationalist Congress Party supremo Sharad Pawar said the verdict favouring Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s Sena faction was “not surprising” but urged the …

'Jo manzoor-e-Narendra Modi...': Uddhav faction's jibe after Speaker's ‘real Sena’ verdict
11 months, 2 weeks ago

'Jo manzoor-e-Narendra Modi...': Uddhav faction's jibe after Speaker's ‘real Sena’ verdict

Hindustan Times  

Shiv Sena leaders have strongly reacted to the verdict ruled by Maharashtra assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar with Priyanaka Chaturvedi saying that she was not surprised by the ruling at all while Aaditya Thackeray said that the party will challenge the verdict in the Supreme Court. Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray Narwekar on Wednesday ruled on the cross-petitions by Shiv Sena …

Shinde faction is ‘real Shiv Sena’, declares Maharashtra Speaker
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Shinde faction is ‘real Shiv Sena’, declares Maharashtra Speaker

The Hindu  

In a huge setback to Shiv Sena leader Uddhav Thackeray, Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar ruled on January 10 that Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s faction was the ‘real Shiv Sena’ when the rival factions emerged on June 21, 2022. Mr. Shinde, on the other hand, said that numbers were important in a democracy, pointing out that his Shiv Sena faction …

Eknath Shinde and Uddhav Thackeray Exchange Barbs Over Maharashtra's Development
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Eknath Shinde and Uddhav Thackeray Exchange Barbs Over Maharashtra's Development

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: The tug of war between Eknath Shinde and Uddhav Thackeray has continued with the Maharashtra chief minister dubbing the Shiv Sena chief as ‘anti-development.’ The former CM has hit back saying that detractors see him even in their dreams. However, Thackeray hit back saying his detractors see him in their dreams despite stealing the party’s name and symbol. Thackeray …

My detractors see me in their dreams, know people of Maharashtra are with me: Uddhav
11 months, 2 weeks ago

My detractors see me in their dreams, know people of Maharashtra are with me: Uddhav

Hindustan Times  

The former chief minister was addressing supporters at his residence 'Matoshree' in Bandra in the western part of the metropolis. They know Uddhav Thackeray is not alone, all of Maharashtra is with him," the Shiv Sena chief said. Referring to some political workers rejoining Shiv Sena in Ulhasnagar, part of Thane district, which is a stronghold of Chief Minister Eknath …

‘Won't surprised if they hug Hamas, Hizbul’: Eknath Shinde slams Uddhav Thackeray at Dussehra rally
1 year, 2 months ago

‘Won't surprised if they hug Hamas, Hizbul’: Eknath Shinde slams Uddhav Thackeray at Dussehra rally

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday lashed out at Shiv Sena faction chief Uddhav Thackeray, accusing him of burying the Hindutva ideology of Sena founder Bal Thackeray for power. In his Dussehra rally address at Mumbai's Azad Maidan, Shinde without naming Thackeray accused him of backstabbing the late Sena founder. "Won't be surprised if they ally with Asaduddin Owaisi-led …

Priyanka Chaturvedi’s political career controversy: Shiv Sena MP hits back
1 year, 4 months ago

Priyanka Chaturvedi’s political career controversy: Shiv Sena MP hits back

Live Mint  

Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi hit back at Maharashtra MLA Sanjay Shirsat's claim that Aaditya Thackeray sent her to Rajya Sabha due to her beauty. Shirsat, who is a part of CM Eknath Shinde camp, attributed the statement to politician Chadrakant Khaire and stated Khaire had mentioned it about Chaturvedi and Aaditya Thackeray. "I don't need a traitor who sold …

Traitors running Maharashtra: Uddhav Thackeray
1 year, 5 months ago

Traitors running Maharashtra: Uddhav Thackeray

Live Mint  

Uddhav Thackeray launched a blistering criticism against the current NDA government led by Eknath Shinde in Maharashtra. Earlier, in yet another setback to the Sena chief, Neelam Gorhe, who was the deputy chairperson of Maharashtra Legislative Council, jumped to the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena on Friday in Mumbai. Earlier, in a shocking turn of events, Ajit Pawar and Chhagan Bhujbal, …

Maharashtra Political Crisis: Aaditya Thackeray makes bold statement claims, 'CM Shinde asked to resign'
1 year, 5 months ago

Maharashtra Political Crisis: Aaditya Thackeray makes bold statement claims, 'CM Shinde asked to resign'

India TV News  

Aaditya Thackeray, leader of the Shiv Sena, made the claim on Friday that Eknath Shinde's position as chief minister may be in jeopardy, just a few days after Ajit Pawar and eight other NCP MLAs led a "coup" in Maharashtra politics. His predictions about "changes in the government" come as news reports say that the Shinde camp is having trouble …

Neelam Gorhe, close aide of Uddhav Thackeray, joins Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena in Mumbai
1 year, 5 months ago

Neelam Gorhe, close aide of Uddhav Thackeray, joins Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena in Mumbai

India TV News  

Neelam Gorhe, a close aide of Uddhav Thackeray, joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena in Mumbai on Friday. It was everyone's wish that there should be Shiv Sena and BJP governments in the state as well we're making a lot of big decisions. A tussle has been going on in the state for some time now, recently, banners requesting Uddhav …

Crucial legal pointers for Pawar vs Pawar from Sena vs Sena
1 year, 5 months ago

Crucial legal pointers for Pawar vs Pawar from Sena vs Sena

Hindustan Times  

Even as 37 of his 53 MLAs ostensibly defected and joined hands with the BJP-Sena government in Maharashtra, NCP chief Sharad Pawar was quick to say on Sunday evening that he would not be pursuing a legal battle, choosing instead to go to the people directly. The senior Pawar’s indisposition might have factored in the rulings by the Supreme Court …

Who is Aaditya Thackeray's close aide Rahul Kanal ditching Uddhav faction for Shinde?
1 year, 5 months ago

Who is Aaditya Thackeray's close aide Rahul Kanal ditching Uddhav faction for Shinde?

Hindustan Times  

In what is believed to be a huge blow to the Uddhav faction of the Shiv Sena ahead of the BMC election in Mumbai, Aaditya Thackeray's close aide Rahul Kanal has decided to jump ship and join the Shinde faction. The Uddhav faction downplayed Rahul Kanal's exit as Sanjay Raut said he did not know how Rahul Kanam came to …

Aaditya Thackeray's close aide Rahul Kanal joins CM Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena today | DETAILS
1 year, 5 months ago

Aaditya Thackeray's close aide Rahul Kanal joins CM Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena today | DETAILS

India TV News  

Maharashtra politics: In a fresh jolt to the Shiv Sena 's Yuva Sena, Rahul Kanal- a close friend of MLA Aaditya Thackeray- joined the ruling ally Shiv Sena today. Confirming his switch, the Yuva Sena leader told media, "I am going to join the Shinde group along with several fellow workers tomorrow. Considered a close aide of Aaditya Thackeray, Kanal …

Maharashtra: Uddhav faction MLC Manisha Kayande joins Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena
1 year, 6 months ago

Maharashtra: Uddhav faction MLC Manisha Kayande joins Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena

India TV News  

In another jolt to Shiv Sena, Thackeray camp leader and MLC Manisha Kayande on Sunday joined the Shiv Sena led by Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Speaking at the function after joining Shiv Sena in neighbouring Thane, Kayande claimed she waited for a year to see if the Thackeray-led faction would introspect over why party workers were leaving Shiv Sena. …

Crisis in the Shiv Sena: What does it hold for Maharashtra politics?
1 year, 6 months ago

Crisis in the Shiv Sena: What does it hold for Maharashtra politics?

The Hindu  

Published : Jun 15, 2023 11:00 IST - 10 MINS READ At its core, the Shiv Sena, founded by Balasaheb Thackeray on June 19, 1966, was a regional and sectarian party championing Marathi pride. Shinde faction’s claims To avoid disqualification under the anti-defection law, Shinde claimed before the Election Commission that his was the real Shiv Sena. In February 2023, …

Maharashtra: Shinde-led Shiv Sena advertisement claims Eknath preferred as CM over Fadnavis
1 year, 6 months ago

Maharashtra: Shinde-led Shiv Sena advertisement claims Eknath preferred as CM over Fadnavis

India TV News  

Shinde-led Shiv Sena The ad may further widen the gap between the Shiv Sena and BJP, which according to reports, are going through a rough patch after Eknath Shinde son's fiasco. The Shiv Sena MP hit out at the BJP leaders in the state's Dombivil unit and said there are some leaders who are trying to create obstacles for the …

Shiv Sena Updates: Uddhav Asks Shinde to Resign on Moral Grounds After SC Verdict; CM Says Truth Has Won
1 year, 7 months ago

Shiv Sena Updates: Uddhav Asks Shinde to Resign on Moral Grounds After SC Verdict; CM Says Truth Has Won

News 18  

In a big relief for Chief Minister Eknath Shinde the Supreme Court on Thursday refused to interfere with the formation of the Shiv Sena government with the support of BJP, as Uddhav Thackeray resigned without facing a floor test. The Maharashtra political crisis had led to the fall of the three-party MVA government led by Uddhav Thackeray following a revolt …

Common For Politicians To Comment On Each Other, Public Figures Can’t Be Thin-Skinned: Aaditya Thackeray On Defamation Case By Shinde Faction Leader
1 year, 8 months ago

Common For Politicians To Comment On Each Other, Public Figures Can’t Be Thin-Skinned: Aaditya Thackeray On Defamation Case By Shinde Faction Leader

Live Law  

Opposing a defamation case filed by Eknath Shinde-faction leader Rahul Shewale, Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray on Monday told the Delhi High Court that it is a regular practice for politicians to comment on each other’s conduct in political discourse and that public figures cannot be allowed to be thin-skinned “as it would entirely stifle all criticism of them.”Thackeray said …

Maharashtra Opposition stages massive solidarity show at Nagpur rally
1 year, 8 months ago

Maharashtra Opposition stages massive solidarity show at Nagpur rally

The Hindu  

Amid a maze of speculation about the alleged fragility of the Maha Vikas Aghadi troika, the Opposition staged a strong show of solidarity in Nagpur on April 16, with Sena leader and former Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray taking on the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, accusing it of having transformed democracy into “a dahi handi, breaking governments wherever they saw an …

Sena vs Sena | Aaditya Thackeray claims Eknath Shinde ‘cried’ before Uddhav prior to revolt, said current CM feared arrest if he didn’t join BJP
1 year, 8 months ago

Sena vs Sena | Aaditya Thackeray claims Eknath Shinde ‘cried’ before Uddhav prior to revolt, said current CM feared arrest if he didn’t join BJP

The Hindu  

In the latest bout of sabre-rattling between the rival Shiv Sena camps, Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray claimed that current CM Eknath Shinde had allegedly “cried” before his father – former CM Uddhav Thackeray - at their residence before Mr. Shinde’s revolt last year, and that Mr. Shinde had alleged pressure by the Bharatiya Janata Party to join them or face …

Shiv Sena row: Uddhav Thackeray calls Election Commission 'bogus', says Shinde faction 'creepers, thieves'
1 year, 9 months ago

Shiv Sena row: Uddhav Thackeray calls Election Commission 'bogus', says Shinde faction 'creepers, thieves'

India TV News  

Shiv Sena row: Amid rift over the Election Commission's decision over Shiv Sena, leader Uddhav Thackeray attacked the EC for declaring the party faction led by Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde as the "real" Shiv Sena and allotting it the 'bow and arrow' symbol. While addressing the gathering in Matoshree on the occasion of Marathi Day, Thackeray said he no …

Ours is a battle to save democracy: Aaditya Thackeray
1 year, 9 months ago

Ours is a battle to save democracy: Aaditya Thackeray

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray said that chief minister Eknath Shinde can steal Shiv Sena name and symbol but cannot steal Mumbaikars’ love for Thackerays and the party. Mumbai, India - Feb. 26, 2023:Shivsena leader and MLA from Worli constituency Aditya Thackeray addressing public rally called as Nirdhar Melava at Jambori Maidan in Worli constituency in Mumbai, India, on …

New Sena reiterates old commitments at first executive meet
1 year, 10 months ago

New Sena reiterates old commitments at first executive meet

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Within a week of the Election Commission of India granting his faction the name and the symbol of the Shiv Sena, Eknath Shinde held its executive body meeting at a 5-star hotel in south Mumbai. The resolutions passed include the party’s commitment to ensuring 80 percent jobs in new industries to sons of the soil, classical language status for …

’Maha CM’s son gave supari to kill me…’: Sanjay Raut adds new twist to Sena row
1 year, 10 months ago

’Maha CM’s son gave supari to kill me…’: Sanjay Raut adds new twist to Sena row

Live Mint  

Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut has written to the police alleging a ‘threat to life’ from Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's son. The development came days after the Election Commission assigned the Shiv Sena name and symbol to the Shinde faction. Earlier on Friday the poll panel had recognised the Eknath Shinde-faction as the real Shiv Sena and assigned it …

’Dissolve EC’: Uddhav Thackeray slams ‘conspiracy’ to steal Sena name, symbol
1 year, 10 months ago

’Dissolve EC’: Uddhav Thackeray slams ‘conspiracy’ to steal Sena name, symbol

Live Mint  

Former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray called for the dissolution of the Election Commission on Monday, alleging that ‘everything had been stolen’ from him. Days after the EC allocated the Shiv Sena name and symbol to the faction led by ‘rebel’ leader Eknath Shinde, the former party supremo dubbed it a ‘pre-planned conspiracy’. Thackeray said that his faction of the …

The battle for the Shiv Sena: The Hindu Editorial on the Election Commission ruling favouring the Eknath Shinde faction
1 year, 10 months ago

The battle for the Shiv Sena: The Hindu Editorial on the Election Commission ruling favouring the Eknath Shinde faction

The Hindu  

The faction of Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has, at least for now, won the battle for the Shiv Sena legacy, with the Election Commission of India allotting the party name and the bow and arrow symbol to it. The ECI overruled the plea by the other faction led by former Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray to withhold the decision until …

It’s advantage Shinde, for now
1 year, 10 months ago

It’s advantage Shinde, for now

Hindustan Times  

As the 1960s came to a close, the Indian National Congress was in turmoil. An unprecedented presidential election saw Ms Gandhi’s nominee VV Giri secure a narrow victory against the party’s official nominee, N Sanjiva Reddy, precipitating Ms Gandhi’s expulsion and a vertical split in the party. ECI considered the claims made by rival camps — one headed by Maharashtra …

Shinde camp ‘purchased’ Shiv Sena name and symbol for ₹2,000 crore, claims Sanjay Raut
1 year, 10 months ago

Shinde camp ‘purchased’ Shiv Sena name and symbol for ₹2,000 crore, claims Sanjay Raut

The Hindu  

Two days after the Election Commission of India recognised Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s faction as the real Shiv Sena, Uddhav Thackeray loyalist and Sena MP Sanjay Raut on Sunday alleged that a “deal of ₹2,000 crore” had taken place to “purchase” the Shiv Sena party name and its symbol, the bow and arrow. However, MLA Sada Sarvankar from the …

Won't get into Shiv Sena party name, symbol controversy: NCP chief Sharad Pawar
1 year, 10 months ago

Won't get into Shiv Sena party name, symbol controversy: NCP chief Sharad Pawar

India Today  

Nationalist Congress Party chief Sharad Pawar on Sunday clarified his stance and distanced himself from the ongoing Shiv Sena symbol and name controversy. Sharad Pawar's reaction comes after the Election Commission ordered that the party name ‘Shiv Sena’ and the symbol ‘bow and arrow’ will be given to the Eknath Shinde faction. While the Shinde faction welcomed the decision of …

‘Doodh ka doodh…’: Shah hails EC’s recognition of Shinde faction as real Sena
1 year, 10 months ago

‘Doodh ka doodh…’: Shah hails EC’s recognition of Shinde faction as real Sena

Hindustan Times  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday termed the order by Election Commission “Satyamev Jayate” stating that the poll body’s decision has done ‘doodh ka doodh, pani ka pani’. Election Commission’s decision to allot “Shiv Sena” name and “Bow and Arrow” symbol to the Eknath Shinde faction is a major victory for BJP-Shiv Sena alliance. Friday’s decision by ECI to …

Priyanka Chaturvedi slams EC's Shiv Sena decision; Pawar recalls Indira Gandhi
1 year, 10 months ago

Priyanka Chaturvedi slams EC's Shiv Sena decision; Pawar recalls Indira Gandhi

Hindustan Times  

Priyanka Chaturvedi, a Rajya Sabha MP of the Shiv Sena, on Friday slammed the election commission's decision to recognise Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Shinde faction's as the real Shiv Sena and hoped that the Supreme Cout will “stand up for constitutional morality”. In a big blow to Uddhav Thackeray, the election commission allotted the name ‘Shiv Sena’ and its poll …

Uddhav Thackeray calls party leaders meeting after EC recognises Eknath Shinde faction as real Shiv Sena latest updates – India TV
1 year, 10 months ago

Uddhav Thackeray calls party leaders meeting after EC recognises Eknath Shinde faction as real Shiv Sena latest updates – India TV

India TV News  

Uddhav Thackeray meeting : A day after the Election Commission recognised the Eknath Shinde-led faction as the 'real' Shiv Sena, former Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray held a meeting with his party leaders where he called Shinde a "thief" who allegedly stole his party symbol. The meeting of Shiv Sena leaders, deputy leaders, elected representatives and spokespersons attended the meeting at …

Uddhav Thackeray calls party meet after losing Shiv Sena name, symbol to Shinde camp
1 year, 10 months ago

Uddhav Thackeray calls party meet after losing Shiv Sena name, symbol to Shinde camp

India Today  

A day after the Election Commission allotted Shiv Sena’s name and poll symbol to Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s faction, Uddhav Thackeray scheduled a meeting with his party's MPs and MLAs at Matoshree on Saturday afternoon. UDDHAV VS SHINDE SENA Two factions emerged in the Shiv Sena after Eknath Shinde's rebellion in June last year. The Election Commission on Friday …

Fear of losing Shiv Sena Bhavan, party funds grips Uddhav faction
1 year, 10 months ago

Fear of losing Shiv Sena Bhavan, party funds grips Uddhav faction

Hindustan Times  

Following the Election Commission of India’s decision to allot the party name ‘Shiv Sena’ and the symbol ‘Bow and Arrow’ to the Eknath Shinde-led faction, leaders from Uddhav Thackeray’s camp fear that the former will now stake its claim to Shiv Sena Bhavan, local party offices, also known as shakhas, and the party funds. Mumbai, India - February 17, 2023: …

Uddhav Thackeray vs Eknath Shinde: A timeline of battle for ‘real’ Shiv Sena
1 year, 10 months ago

Uddhav Thackeray vs Eknath Shinde: A timeline of battle for ‘real’ Shiv Sena

Hindustan Times  

The Election Commission of India has finally put an end to the tussle over the ‘real’ Shiv Sena after ordering the erstwhile ‘bow and arrow’ symbol and the name ‘Shiv Sena’ for team Eknath Shinde. The rival camp of Uddhav Thackeray has been allotted the name - Shiv Sena Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray - and the ‘flaming torch’ symbol. October 2022: …

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