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Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Uddhav & Raj can read minds of Marathi manoos: Sunil Prabhu
Kolhapur: Senior Shiv Sena (UBT) politicians and MLA Sunil Prabhu said on Monday that Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray are fully capable of understanding the sentiments of the Marathi manoos and will accordingly decide whether or not to form an alliance. Speaking at a meeting with Shiv Sena (UBT) functionaries from Kolhapur, Prabhu expressed confidence in the party's resurgence. "The party will rise from the ashes and win the local body elections," he said. When asked about the possibility of an alliance between Uddhav and Raj Thackeray, Prabhu said, "As a Marathi manoos and a Shiv Sainik, most of us are in favour of the alliance. But both have the ability to gauge what's going on in the minds of Marathi manoos, who are eagerly waiting for the alliance. Also, whether to come together or not, only both Thackerays will decide, there will be no place for a third person to intervene. " Urging local leaders to begin groundwork, Prabhu emphasized the importance of grassroots engagement. "Shiv Sena's worker is known for rushing to help those in need. Power comes and goes but our workers ensure they are the first to reach out to people in distress. This differentiates us from others," he said.
The Print
20-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Chhagan Bhujbal takes oath as Maharashtra minister, portfolio yet to be decided
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, the chief of NCP, were also present at the occasion, along with other prominent ministers in the Mahayuti government. The oath-taking ceremony was held in the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Governor CP Radhakrishnan, who administered Bhujbal's oath. Mumbai: Senior Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Chhagan Bhujbal on Tuesday morning took oath as a minister in the Mahayuti-led Maharashtra government at Raj Bhavan in Mumbai. Shinde said that Bhujbal had served as a minister earlier, and his experience would benefit the Maharashtra government. He said that CM Fadnavis would decide on the portfolio for the veteran leader. The Deputy Chief Minister further informed that Bhujbal started his political career with the Shiv Sena and was a Shiv Sainik of Bal Thackeray. 'Chhagan Bhujbal has served as a minister before as well. He has led many departments. He is an experienced minister. He is also a Shiv Sainik of Balasaheb Thackeray. He started from the Shiv Sena. He started from corporator, mayor and went on to become an MLA and a minister. He has held many positions. Today, he has taken the oath again. I want to congratulate him. His experience will benefit the government. The portfolio will be decided by the Chief Minister,' Shinde told ANI. Earlier, Maharashtra Minister and State BJP Chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule welcomed the inclusion of Bhujbal in the State cabinet. Speaking to reporters, Bawankule said, 'Chhagan Bhujbal is known as an OBC leader, and including NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal in the cabinet will strengthen the Maharashtra government. Chhagan Bhujbal will play a major role in fulfilling the resolve of 'Viksit Maharashtra',' In the past, Bhujbal, the MLA from Yeola in the Nashik district, held key positions as a cabinet minister and served as the deputy chief minister in different Maharashtra governments. He served as the fifth Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra from 1999 to 2003. Bhujbal started his political career with the Shiv Sena in the 1960s, when the regional movement advocating for the rights of Marathi speakers was at its peak. This report is auto-generated from the ANI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content. Also read: Tempers fly after Mahayuti cabinet expansion. Left out, Bhujbal says 'reward for taking on Jarange Patil'
NDTV
20-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Chhagan Bhujbal Takes Oath As Maharashtra Minister
Mumbai (Maharashtra): Senior Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Chhagan Bhujbal on Tuesday morning took oath as a minister in the Mahayuti-led Maharashtra government at Raj Bhavan in Mumbai. The oath-taking ceremony was held in the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Governor CP Radhakrishnan, who administered Bhujbal's oath. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, the chief of NCP, were also present at the occasion, along with other prominent ministers in the Mahayuti government. Mr Shinde said that Mr Bhujbal had served as a minister earlier, and his experience would benefit the Maharashtra government. He said that Chief Minsiter Fadnavis would decide on the portfolio for the veteran leader. The Deputy Chief Minister further informed that Bhujbal started his political career with the Shiv Sena and was a Shiv Sainik of Bal Thackeray. "Chhagan Bhujbal has served as a minister before as well. He has led many departments. He is an experienced minister. He is also a Shiv Sainik of Balasaheb Thackeray. He started from the Shiv Sena. He started from corporator, mayor and went on to become an MLA and a minister. He has held many positions. Today, he has taken the oath again. I want to congratulate him. His experience will benefit the government. The portfolio will be decided by the Chief Minister," Mr Shinde told ANI. Earlier, Maharashtra Minister and State BJP Chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule welcomed the inclusion of Bhujbal in the State cabinet. Speaking to reporters, Mr Bawankule said, "Chhagan Bhujbal is known as an OBC leader, and including NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal in the cabinet will strengthen the Maharashtra government. Chhagan Bhujbal will play a major role in fulfilling the resolve of 'Viksit Maharashtra'," In the past, Mr Bhujbal, the MLA from Yeola in the Nashik district, held key positions as a cabinet minister and served as the deputy chief minister in different Maharashtra governments. He served as the fifth Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra from 1999 to 2003. Mr Bhujbal started his political career with the Shiv Sena in the 1960s, when the regional movement advocating for the rights of Marathi speakers was at its peak.
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Decision on party's alliance for civic body polls in Kolhapur after UBT returns from abroad on May 10: Dudhwadkar
1 2 3 Kolhapur: The city party coordinator and deputy leader of Shiv Sena (UBT), Arun Dudhwadkar , on Thursday held a meeting of all district and city office-bearers of the party and asked them to ensure proper coordination in an effort to win the upcoming civic polls."The 'kattar Shiv Sainik' (staunch Shiv Sena party worker) stayed with Uddhav Thackeray , while those who had just benefited from the party left. The decision of entering into an alliance with other parties of MVA for the polls will be taken by our party president, who is abroad till May 10," said added, "Some of our party workers are unhappy about people who joined our party only for elections and are now leaving. I will convey this to our party president." Kolhapur: The city party coordinator and deputy leader of Shiv Sena (UBT), Arun Dudhwadkar, on Thursday held a meeting of all district and city office-bearers of the party and asked them to ensure proper coordination in an effort to win the upcoming civic polls. Operation Sindoor 'Op Sindoor's precision & execution was unimaginable': Rajnath Singh Operation Sindoor: India repels drone, missile attack across LoC Operation Sindoor: Several airports in India closed - check full list "The 'kattar Shiv Sainik' (staunch Shiv Sena party worker) stayed with Uddhav Thackeray, while those who had just benefited from the party left. The decision of entering into an alliance with other parties of MVA for the polls will be taken by our party president, who is abroad till May 10," said added, "Some of our party workers are unhappy about people who joined our party only for elections and are now leaving. I will convey this to our party president."
Time of India
26-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Time to come together, UBT posts amid MNS ties talk
Mumbai: Shiv Sena (UBT) on Saturday posted on X that "it was time to come together". The post comes amid talk of reconciliation of the Thackeray cousins and when both Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and MNS chief Raj Thackeray are abroad with their families on a holiday. The post reads, "Vel aaliye, ekatra yenyachi, Mumbai ani Maharashtrasathi, Shiv Sainik tayaar aahe, Marathi asmitechya rakshanasathi (The time has arrived to come together, for Mumbai and Maharashtra, the Shiv Sainik is ready, to protect Marathi pride)." You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai A week ago, Uddhav expressed his willingness to forge a political alliance with Raj at a public rally. MNS leaders were quick to oppose the alliance, saying it was unwanted. Sandeep Deshpande, ex-corporator and a close aide of Raj, questioned if Uddhav would apologise for the 17,000 police cases registered against MNS workers when he was CM. Raj stepped in though, saying he would speak on the issue when he returned to Mumbai. — Clara Lewis
