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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Uddhav, Raj Thackeray to contest municipal elections together: Sanjay Raut
Shiv Sena UBT leader Sanjay Raut on Friday said that his party chief Uddhav Thackeray, and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray will unite for the upcoming municipal elections. In July, Shiv Sena (UBT) Chief Uddhav Thackeray and MNS chief Raj Thackeray shared a stage at the Worli Dome in Mumbai as they held a joint rally (AFP) "Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray will contest municipal elections together and win. The combined strength of Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray, along with the unity of the Marathi people, is the key to victory in elections," Sanjay Raut said. In July, Shiv Sena (UBT) Chief Uddhav Thackeray and MNS chief Raj Thackeray shared a stage at the Worli Dome in Mumbai as they held a joint rally after the Maharashtra government scrapped two Government Resolutions (GRs) to introduce Hindi as the third language. The Thackeray brothers garlanded the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at a joint rally of their parties, the Shiv Sena (UBT) and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), at the Worli Dome in Mumbai. While addressing the 'Awaz Marathicha' joint rally in Mumbai, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray said that he has come to "stay together" with his brother Raj Thackeray. "We have come together to stay together", Uddhav Thackeray said while addressing the gathering. The BMC elections are expected to be held in October this year.
News18
2 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Uddhav, Raj Thackeray will contest municipal elections together: Sanjay Raut
Nashik (Maharashtra) [India], August 15 (ANI): Shiv Sena UBT leader Sanjay Raut on Friday said that his party chief Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray will unite for the upcoming municipal elections. 'Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray will contest municipal elections together and win. The combined strength of Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray, along with the unity of the Marathi people, is the key to victory in elections," Sanjay Raut said. In July, Shiv Sena (UBT) Chief Uddhav Thackeray and MNS chief Raj Thackeray shared a stage at the Worli Dome in Mumbai as they held a joint rally after the Maharashtra government scrapped two Government Resolutions (GRs) to introduce Hindi as the third Thackeray brothers garlanded the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at a joint rally of their parties, the Shiv Sena (UBT) and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), at the Worli Dome in addressing the 'Awaz Marathicha' joint rally in Mumbai, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray said that he has come to 'stay together" with his brother Raj Thackeray.'We have come together to stay together", Uddhav Thackeray said while addressing the BMC elections are expected to be held in October this year. (ANI)
Indian Express
02-08-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Maharashtra govt trying to erase Marathi: Uddhav
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Saturday launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led Maharashtra government, accusing it of systematically attempting to marginalise the Marathi language and culture. Speaking at his Bandra residence 'Matoshree', Thackeray also took aim at Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, dubbing him a 'helpless' leader who failed to act against ministers facing corruption allegations. Thackeray was addressing party workers during a function to announce the merger of Raju Shetti-led Shetkari Kranti Sanghatana with the Sena (UBT). 'Despite clear evidence presented by the Opposition regarding corruption involving several ministers, the government has merely issued warnings. I have never seen a chief minister as helpless as this. No one in this administration is accountable,' Thackeray said. He cited the example of NCP minister Manikrao Kokate, who has been under fire for allegedly playing online rummy during a session of the Legislative Council and making insensitive remarks about farmers. Kokate was quietly shifted from the agriculture department to the sports and youth welfare portfolio late on Thursday. However, Thackeray said the move was 'cosmetic' and demanded his resignation. The Sena (UBT) has also been demanding the dismissal of ministers Sanjay Shirsat, Sanjay Rathod and Yogesh Kadam — all from the rival Shiv Sena faction — over various graft allegations. Thackeray announced that his party will hold state-wide agitations to protest against what he described as a 'corrupt and indifferent' government. Later in the day, speaking at 'Shivalay', the Sena UBT's office near Mantralaya, Thackeray turned his focus to the controversy over language policy, claiming the government was trying to dilute Marathi's place in the state. 'We harbour no hatred towards any language, but do not impose another language on us. The government is trying to finish Marathi in Maharashtra,' he said. His remarks were in reference to two contentious Government Resolutions (GRs) introducing a three-language policy for Classes 1 to 5, including the mandatory introduction of Hindi. Following intense backlash and a rare show of unity between Uddhav and his cousin Raj Thackeray, the GRs were rolled back last month. The cousins had addressed a joint rally on July 5 to mark the rollback. 'The rollback happened because Maharashtra stood up. We will not allow anyone to trample over our culture and our identity,' Uddhav said.
Time of India
28-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
No one can separate Mumbai from the Thackeray brand: Sena (UBT) leader Anand Dubey hails Uddhav-Raj meetup
Following Raj Thackeray's visit to Uddhav Thackeray on his 65th birthday, Shiv Sena UBT leader Anand Dubey emphasized the enduring connection between Mumbai and the Thackeray name, while subtly criticizing Eknath Shinde's faction. The meeting occurred after the Thackeray brothers' joint rally against the imposition of Hindi, where they celebrated a victory. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Mumbai: Shiv Sena UBT leader Anand Dubey on Sunday expressed happiness after Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray met Uddhav Thackeray at his residence on his 65th Dubey said that no one can "separate" Mumbai from the "Thackeray" brand. The Shiv Sena (UBT) leader also took an indirect dig at Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde , referring to the 2022 Shiv Sena split."They can steal anything, but they cannot steal people. The people are continuously coming here. Everyone is saying that we are with Thackeray Sahab. No one can separate Mumbai from the Thackeray Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray are brothers, so they will definitely meet with each other...", he earlier on Sunday, Raj Thackeray met Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray at the latter's residence, Matoshree, on Sunday and extended birthday the visuals, Shiv Sena (UBT) wrote on X, "Maharashtra Navnirman Sena president Rajsaheb Thackeray extended birthday greetings to party chief Uddhavsaheb Thackeray."This meeting follows the Thackeray brothers' joint rally on July 5, in which they declared their victory against the alleged imposition of Hindi by the Maharashtra shared a hug at the Worli Dome in Mumbai at their 'Awaz Marathicha' joint rally after the Maharashtra government scrapped two Government Resolutions (GRs) to introduce Hindi as the third as Uddhav Thackeray turned 65 today, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi extended wishes and wrote on X, "Heartfelt birthday wishes and congratulations to Shiv Sena President and INDIA alliance partner Uddhav Thackeray ji. May you stay healthy, live long, and together we will fight for the interests and rights of the people of Maharashtra."
Time of India
27-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Hugs and roses: Raj Thackeray enters Matoshree after 13 years to greet Uddhav on birthday
Credit: X (Shiv Sena UBT) NEW DELHI: Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray visited Shiv Sena (UBT) president Uddhav Thackeray at his residence, Matoshree, on Sunday to extend birthday greetings. Sharing visuals from the meeting, Shiv Sena (UBT) posted on X, 'Maharashtra Navnirman Sena president Rajsaheb Thackeray extended birthday greetings to party chief Uddhavsaheb Thackeray. ' Raj Thackeray last stepped into the Matoshree residence in 2012 at the time of Balasaheb Thackeray's death. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai Image Credit: Shiv Sena (UBT)/ X The meeting comes weeks after the two leaders shared the stage at a joint rally on July 5, marking a rare moment of public unity. At the 'Awaz Marathicha' rally held at Worli Dome in Mumbai, the Thackeray cousins had embraced on stage after the Maharashtra government rolled back two Government Resolutions (GRs) proposing the inclusion of Hindi as a third language in schools. Addressing the crowd at the rally, Uddhav Thackeray had said, 'We have come together to stay together.' Sunday also marked Uddhav Thackeray's 65th birthday, drawing greetings from INDIA bloc allies. Congress MP Rahul Gandhi wrote on X, 'Heartfelt birthday wishes and congratulations to Shiv Sena President and INDIA alliance partner Uddhav Thackeray ji. May you stay healthy, live long, and together we will fight for the interests and rights of the people of Maharashtra.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Up to 70% off | Libas Purple Days Sale Libas Undo Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK leader MK Stalin also extended wishes and praised Thackeray's stand on linguistic identity. When Raj visited in 2012 The Uddhav-Raj emotional reunion at Lilavati Hospital in 2012 marked a watershed moment in the zig-zag trajectory of the Thackeray dynasty, political observers had said at the time, according to a TOI article. MNS chief Raj Thackeray had rushed from Alibaug—where he was scheduled to preside over an MNS workshop for corporators—to be by the side of Shiv Sena executive president Uddhav Thackeray, who was undergoing angioplasty at the suburban hospital. Later that evening, Raj had driven Uddhav home in his Mercedes and entered Balasaheb Thackeray's Bandra residence, Matoshree. He reportedly spent nearly 30 minutes inside, marking his first visit since the family's internal rift. 'The two cousins met like brothers in the true Thackeray spirit,' a close relative who was present at the hospital had said. Uddhav's wife Rashmi, Raj's wife Sharmila, and Raj's mother Kunda—who is also Uddhav's maternal aunt—were present in the VIP suite. The scene had briefly blurred the political divide in the Thackeray clan and presented a picture of family bonding. Raj had earlier walked out of Matoshree in December 2005, upset over Uddhav's rising influence in the party. Just three months later, he launched the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena and addressed his first public meeting at Shivaji Park, the same venue from where Balasaheb Thackeray had launched the Sena in 1966.
