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After 2 decades, Thackeray brothers to reunite for Marathi cause at mega rally
In a significant development in Maharashtra's political landscape, Raj and Uddhav Thackeray, estranged for two decades, will reunite on Saturday (July 5) to champion the cause of the Marathi language. This rare coming together of the Thackeray cousins has ignited speculation about whether it could signal a new political alignment in a state known for its dynamic political catalyst for this reunion was their joint opposition to the proposed three-language formula, which prompted the Mahayuti government to backtrack and put the policy on hold. To celebrate this triumph of Marathi unity, a grand rally is set for July 5 at 10 AM at the NSCI Dome in Worli. The event is expected to draw a diverse crowd, including Marathi enthusiasts, writers, poets, educators, editors, and victory rally is planned by the leaders of both the Shiv Sena (UBT) and the MNS at Worli Dome to accommodate a large turnout. The stage will host Raj and Uddhav Thackeray alongside the presidents or state chiefs of the participating parties. The Worli Dome can seat 7,000–8,000 people, with LED screens installed inside, outside, and along nearby roads to ensure visibility for all attendees. Overflow crowds will be accommodated with additional outdoor LED screens.
The reunion has drawn scepticism from the ruling party, with BJP MP Narayan Rane arguing that the brothers' unity is less about Marathi pride and more about securing their political relevance in the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde) leader Ramdas Kadam claimed that most of the Marathi people were compelled to leave Mumbai during the tenure of Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena-ruled BMC for nearly 30 years. However, MNS leader Prakash Mahajan is hopeful of a positive sign for the unity of Marathi both brothers face challenging political circumstances, the July 5 rally has sparked widespread interest. Could this reunion pave the way for a broader political reconciliation to bolster their standing in Maharashtra's competitive political arena?The Worli Dome event may prove to be more than a celebration – it could mark a pivotal moment for the Thackeray brothers and Maharashtra's political future.- Ends
