Archive · 28 Nov 2025
Political Tensions Rise in Maharashtra Ahead of Elections
In Maharashtra, Uddhav Thackeray of Shiv Sena (UBT) met Raj Thackeray of MNS to discuss a possible alliance for upcoming local elections.
This meeting has sparked speculation about political realignments.
Meanwhile, tensions are high between the BJP and Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction).
Shiv Sena MLA Nilesh Rane accused a BJP worker of having cash meant for vote-buying, which the BJP denied, calling it a baseless allegation.
Additionally, BJP MLA Tanaji Mutkule accused Shiv Sena MLA Santosh Bangar of taking money to switch political sides, which Bangar denied, counter-accusing Mutkule of misdeeds.
The BJP dismissed the meeting between the Thackerays as a 'survival move' by Uddhav Thackeray.
These events highlight the growing unease and political maneuvering ahead of the elections.
Uddhav Thackeray of Shiv Sena (UBT) met Raj Thackeray of MNS to discuss a possible alliance for local elections.
Shiv Sena MLA Nilesh Rane accused a BJP worker of having cash meant for vote-buying, which the BJP denied.
BJP MLA Tanaji Mutkule accused Shiv Sena MLA Santosh Bangar of taking Rs 50 crore to switch political sides in 2022.
Bangar denied the allegations and counter-accused Mutkule of facing sexual harassment charges.
The BJP dismissed the meeting between the Thackerays as a 'survival move' by Uddhav Thackeray.
- Who
- Uddhav Thackeray (Shiv Sena UBT), Raj Thackeray (MNS), BJP, Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction), Nilesh Rane, Vijay Kenvadekar, Tanaji Mutkule, Santosh Bangar
- What
- Political meetings, allegations of cash distribution, counter-accusations of misdeeds
- When
- Ahead of the December 2023 local body elections
- Where
- Mumbai, Malvan (Sindhudurg district), Hingoli district, Maharashtra
- Why
- Speculation of political realignment, tensions within the Mahayuti alliance, upcoming elections
- Meeting Location
- Raj Thackeray's residence in Dadar, Mumbai
- Meeting Duration
- 90 minutes
- Alliance Discussed
- Possible seat-sharing for municipal elections
- MVA Members
- Shiv Sena (UBT), NCP (SP faction), Congress
- Upcoming Elections
- December 2 for municipal councils and nagar panchayats, followed by others until January 31
- BJP Response
- Dismissed the meeting as a 'survival move'
- Cash Allegation Location
- BJP worker Vijay Kenvadekar's home in Malvan, Sindhudurg district
- Alleged Cash Amount
- Not specified
- Shiv Sena Accuser
- MLA Nilesh Rane
- BJP Defender
- Cabinet Minister Nitesh Rane
- BJP Leader's Response
- Ravindra Chavan displayed patience, promised a reply post-elections
- BJP's Stance on Elections
- Denied unethical means, expressed confidence in victory
- Shiv Sena's Counter-Accusation
- BJP MLA Tanaji Mutkule accused of sexual harassment
- Shiv Sena's Allegation
- BJP intimidation tactics in Hingoli district
Sources
BJP MLA accuses ally Shiv Sena legislator of taking money to switch loyalty in 2022
Thackeray cousins meet again as BMC elections draw near, seat sharing discussed
Stung by ‘sting operation’ by ally Sena’s MLA, Maharashtra BJP says keen to save tie-up till Dec 2
Uddhav–Raj Thackeray Meeting Fuels Speculation Of Possible Alliance Ahead Of Maharashtra Civic Polls
Shiv Sena vs BJP fight gets bitter ahead of local body elections in Maharashtra