Archive · 13 Jun 2025
Raj Thackeray Meeting Fuels Maharashtra Political Buzz
Raj Thackeray, the leader of the MNS, met with Maharashtra's Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, in Mumbai.
This has caused a lot of talk about whether the MNS and BJP might work together in the local elections.
A member of the Shiv Sena also suggested the MNS join the BJP coalition.
This meeting has people wondering if Raj might also team up with his cousin Uddhav Thackeray.
Raj is seen as a popular figure for Marathi voters due to his charisma and connection with Bal Thackeray's supporters.
MNS chief Raj Thackeray met with Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis in Mumbai.
The meeting sparked speculation of a BJP-MNS alliance for upcoming civic polls.
Shiv Sena minister suggested MNS join the BJP-led coalition.
The MNS's appeal among Marathi voters makes it a sought-after political figure.
Thackeray's political style mirrors his uncle, resonating with older voters.
- Who
- Devendra Fadnavis and Raj Thackeray, along with Shiv Sena minister Sanjay Shirsat.
- What
- Meeting between MNS chief Raj Thackeray and Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis.
- When
- Thursday morning.
- Where
- Mumbai, at a luxury hotel.
- Why
- Possible alliance discussions, ahead of civic polls and amid speculation of Raj Thackeray possibly working with Uddhav Thackeray.
BJP
Shiv Sena (UBT)
Political Advantage
BJP
BJP views MNS as a strategic disruptor, able to win votes.
Shiv Sena (UBT)
Shiv Sena (UBT) may lose voters to MNS.
- Meeting Participants
- Devendra Fadnavis, Raj Thackeray
- Location
- Mumbai
- Political Context
- Civic polls, potential alliances
- Key Figure Comments
- Shiv Sena minister suggested MNS join BJP-led coalition
- MNS Vote Share (2023)
- 1.55%
Sources
Fadnavis, Raj Thackeray Meet in Mumbai Amid Buzz Over Thackeray Cousins’ Patch-Up
Amid MNS-Sena (UBT) alliance buzz, Fadnavis meets Raj Thackeray
MNS should come with us, says Shirsat on Raj-Fadnavis meet; Sena (UBT) guarded in response