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News18
11 hours ago
- Politics
- News18
My political actions often trouble some people, but I dont care, says Shinde
Thane, Aug 8 (PTI) Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Friday said his political actions often trouble some people, but he does not get bothered about what they think and just continues doing his work. Speaking at a function in Thane, the Shiv Sena chief touched upon the political changes in the state over the last few years and noted that the 2022 power transition in Maharashtra was a risk that only a courageous person could take. In June 2022, Shinde raised a banner of revolt against the leadership of the united Shiv Sena president Uddhav Thackeray, who was also the chief minister then. The rebellion by Shinde and nearly 40 other Shiv Sena MLAs led to the collapse of the Thackeray-led Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government. Shinde later succeeded Thackeray as CM and continued in the post till November 2024. Referring to his recent visit to New Delhi, the second tour in three weeks, Shinde opined his political actions cause consternation among some people in Maharashtra, but he does not care. 'Some people had 'tras' (trouble), but I don't bother about it and keep continuing my work," he emphasised. Shinde was speaking at the golden jubilee celebration of a Marathi newspaper in Thane, his political turf. On the occasion, he announced the Maharashtra government is in the process of formulating a new policy for the protection and preservation of mangroves. Highlighting the critical importance of mangroves, the Deputy CM emphasized the urgent need for a dedicated policy to ensure the long-term survival of the coastal wetland trees that thrive in salt water. At the function, Shinde also spoke about his personal life, sharing his love for farming and frequent visits to his native village in Satara district, where he grows various fruits and vegetables. PTI COR RSY view comments First Published: August 08, 2025, 15:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Hindu
19-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Thackeray not just a brand, it is Maharashtra's identity, says Uddhav
Thackeray is not just a brand, but an identity of Maharashtra, Marathi manoos and Hindu pride, but some people are trying to finish it off, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has said. In an interview with the Sena UBT's mouthpiece "Saamana", the former Chief Minister hit out at the Election Commission, saying it can freeze his party's symbol or give it to someone else, but it has no right to give away the party name coined by his grandfather Keshav Thackeray and father, founder Bal Thackeray. "Our deep roots in the Marathi soil go back several generations. The ties with Marathi manoos are strong since the time of my grandfather and Shiv Sena pramukh (Bal Thackeray). Now, I am there, Aaditya (Thackeray) is there, and even (MNS chief) Raj has come," he said. Thackeray means constant struggle, he asserted, in the first part of the interview with party leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut published on Saturday (July 19, 2025). Mr. Uddhav Thackeray and his cousin, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray, have been using the phrase "Thackeray brand" to put up a united front. "Thackeray is not just a brand. It is the identity of Marathi manoos, Maharashtra and Hindu pride. Some people have tried to erase this identity. Many came to do this and they perished," the Sena (UBT) chief said in a veiled jibe at the BJP. Mr. Uddhav Thackeray has been accusing the BJP of trying to finish his party and has blamed it for engineering a split in the Shiv Sena in 2022. "Some people are trying to finish the Thackeray brand because they do not want anyone other than themselves (to be in power)," he said in the interview. The Shiv Sena split in June 2022 after Eknath Shinde and 39 party MLAs rebelled against its leadership, leading to the collapse of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government helmed by Mr. Uddhav Thackeray. Shinde then joined hands with the BJP to form a government and became the chief minister. "Those who have not created anything, or set an example in any field, despite completing 100 years, have started stealing the (Thackeray) brand," he said, in a barb at the BJP and RSS. Taking a potshot at the Deputy Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde, Mr. Uddhav Thackeray said anything can be stolen, but how can a name be stolen? "You can steal a party's symbol. But how can you steal the love and trust people have for the family?" Mr. Uddhav Thackeray said. He further slammed the Election Commission, saying it cannot take away his party's symbol because, according to the Constitution, his party has done no wrong. The Election Commission has recognised the Shinde faction as the real Shiv Sena and granted it permission to use the bow and arrow symbol, while the Thackeray-led camp has allotted the name of Shiv Sena (UBT) and 'mashaal' (flaming torch) as its symbol. Earlier this week, the Supreme Court set August 11 to hear a plea of the Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) against the Maharashtra assembly speaker's decision to give the "bow and arrow" party symbol to the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena.
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Business Standard
19-07-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Thackeray not just a brand, it is Maharashtra's identity, says Uddhav
Thackeray is not just a brand, but an identity of Maharashtra, Marathi manoos and Hindu pride, but some people are trying to finish it off, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has said. In an interview with the Sena UBT's mouthpiece "Saamana", the former chief minister hit out at the Election Commission, saying it can freeze his party's symbol or give it to someone else, but it has no right to give away the party name coined by his grandfather Keshav Thackeray and father, founder Bal Thackeray. "Our deep roots in the Marathi soil go back several generations. The ties with Marathi manoos are strong since the time of my grandfather and Shiv Sena pramukh (Bal Thackeray). Now, I am there, Aaditya (Thackeray) is there, and even (MNS chief) Raj has come," he said. Thackeray means constant struggle, he asserted, in the first part of the interview with party leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut published on Saturday. Uddhav Thackeray and his cousin, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray, have been using the phrase "Thackeray brand" to put up a united front. "Thackeray is not just a brand. It is the identity of Marathi manoos, Maharashtra and Hindu pride. Some people have tried to erase this identity. Many came to do this and they perished," the Sena (UBT) chief said in a veiled jibe at the BJP. Uddhav Thackeray has been accusing the BJP of trying to finish his party and has blamed it for engineering a split in the Shiv Sena in 2022. "Some people are trying to finish the Thackeray brand because they do not want anyone other than themselves (to be in power)," he said in the interview. The Shiv Sena split in June 2022 after Eknath Shinde and 39 party MLAs rebelled against its leadership, leading to the collapse of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government helmed by Uddhav Thackeray. Shinde then joined hands with the BJP to form a government and became the chief minister. "Those who have not created anything, or set an example in any field, despite completing 100 years, have started stealing the (Thackeray) brand," he said, in a barb at the BJP and RSS. Taking a potshot at the Deputy Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde, Uddhav Thackeray said anything can be stolen, but how can a name be stolen? "You can steal a party's symbol. But how can you steal the love and trust people have for the family?" Thackeray said. He further slammed the Election Commission, saying it cannot take away his party's symbol because, according to the Constitution, his party has done no wrong. The Election Commission has recognised the Shinde faction as the real Shiv Sena and granted it permission to use the bow and arrow symbol, while the Thackeray-led camp has allotted the name of Shiv Sena (UBT) and mashaal' (flaming torch) as its symbol. Earlier this week, the Supreme Court set August 11 to hear a plea of the Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) against the Maharashtra assembly speaker's decision to give the "bow and arrow" party symbol to the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena.
NDTV
19-07-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Thackeray Not Just A Brand But Maharashtra's Identity: Uddhav Thackeray
Thackeray is not just a brand, but an identity of Maharashtra, Marathi manoos and Hindu pride, but some people are trying to finish it off, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has said. In an interview with the Sena UBT's mouthpiece "Saamana", the former chief minister hit out at the Election Commission, saying it can freeze his party's symbol or give it to someone else, but it has no right to give away the party name coined by his grandfather Keshav Thackeray and father, founder Bal Thackeray. "Our deep roots in the Marathi soil go back several generations. The ties with Marathi manoos are strong since the time of my grandfather and Shiv Sena pramukh (Bal Thackeray). Now, I am there, Aaditya (Thackeray) is there, and even (MNS chief) Raj has come," he said. Thackeray means constant struggle, he asserted, in the first part of the interview with party leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut published on Saturday. Uddhav Thackeray and his cousin, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray, have been using the phrase "Thackeray brand" to put up a united front. "Thackeray is not just a brand. It is the identity of Marathi manoos, Maharashtra and Hindu pride. Some people have tried to erase this identity. Many came to do this and they perished," the Sena (UBT) chief said in a veiled jibe at the BJP. Uddhav Thackeray has been accusing the BJP of trying to finish his party and has blamed it for engineering a split in the Shiv Sena in 2022. "Some people are trying to finish the Thackeray brand because they do not want anyone other than themselves (to be in power)," he said in the interview. The Shiv Sena split in June 2022 after Eknath Shinde and 39 party MLAs rebelled against its leadership, leading to the collapse of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government helmed by Uddhav Thackeray. Shinde then joined hands with the BJP to form a government and became the chief minister. "Those who have not created anything, or set an example in any field, despite completing 100 years, have started stealing the (Thackeray) brand," he said, in a barb at the BJP and RSS. Taking a potshot at the Deputy Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde, Uddhav Thackeray said anything can be stolen, but how can a name be stolen? "You can steal a party's symbol. But how can you steal the love and trust people have for the family?" Thackeray said. He further slammed the Election Commission, saying it cannot take away his party's symbol because, according to the Constitution, his party has done no wrong. The Election Commission has recognised the Shinde faction as the real Shiv Sena and granted it permission to use the bow and arrow symbol, while the Thackeray-led camp has allotted the name of Shiv Sena (UBT) and 'mashaal' (flaming torch) as its symbol. Earlier this week, the Supreme Court set August 11 to hear a plea of the Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) against the Maharashtra assembly speaker's decision to give the "bow and arrow" party symbol to the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena.
Time of India
19-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Thackeray not just a brand, it is Maharashtra's identity, says Uddhav
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Thackeray is not just a brand, but an identity of Maharashtra, Marathi manoos and Hindu pride, but some people are trying to finish it off, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has an interview with the Sena UBT's mouthpiece "Saamana", the former chief minister hit out at the Election Commission , saying it can freeze his party's symbol or give it to someone else, but it has no right to give away the party name coined by his grandfather Keshav Thackeray and father, founder Bal Thackeray."Our deep roots in the Marathi soil go back several generations. The ties with Marathi manoos are strong since the time of my grandfather and Shiv Sena pramukh (Bal Thackeray). Now, I am there, Aaditya (Thackeray) is there, and even (MNS chief) Raj has come," he means constant struggle, he asserted, in the first part of the interview with party leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut published on Thackeray and his cousin, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray, have been using the phrase " Thackeray brand " to put up a united front."Thackeray is not just a brand. It is the identity of Marathi manoos, Maharashtra and Hindu pride. Some people have tried to erase this identity. Many came to do this and they perished," the Sena (UBT) chief said in a veiled jibe at the Thackeray has been accusing the BJP of trying to finish his party and has blamed it for engineering a split in the Shiv Sena in 2022."Some people are trying to finish the Thackeray brand because they do not want anyone other than themselves (to be in power)," he said in the Shiv Sena split in June 2022 after Eknath Shinde and 39 party MLAs rebelled against its leadership, leading to the collapse of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government helmed by Uddhav Thackeray. Shinde then joined hands with the BJP to form a government and became the chief minister."Those who have not created anything, or set an example in any field, despite completing 100 years, have started stealing the (Thackeray) brand," he said, in a barb at the BJP and a potshot at the Deputy Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde, Uddhav Thackeray said anything can be stolen, but how can a name be stolen?"You can steal a party's symbol. But how can you steal the love and trust people have for the family?" Thackeray further slammed the Election Commission, saying it cannot take away his party's symbol because, according to the Constitution, his party has done no Election Commission has recognised the Shinde faction as the real Shiv Sena and granted it permission to use the bow and arrow symbol, while the Thackeray-led camp has allotted the name of Shiv Sena (UBT) and 'mashaal' (flaming torch) as its this week, the Supreme Court set August 11 to hear a plea of the Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) against the Maharashtra assembly speaker's decision to give the "bow and arrow" party symbol to the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena.
