Archive · 10 Jan 2026
Maharashtra Political Campaigns Heat Up
In Maharashtra, political tensions are high as the civic elections approach.
Eknath Shinde, the Deputy Chief Minister, condemned an incident where stones were thrown at Shiv Sena candidates during a campaign in Pune.
One candidate was injured, and their car was damaged.
Shinde warned opposition parties not to engage in such acts and downplayed a BJP slogan targeting his party.
Meanwhile, Uddhav Thackeray of Shiv Sena (UBT) questioned the BJP's commitment to Hindutva, saying they could even include the demon king Ravana in their fold.
Ganesh Naik of the BJP warned Shinde not to take him lightly and suggested fighting the elections independently but being open to alliances post-victory.
Additionally, a woman's unique nail art featuring Eknath Shinde's face and the Shiv Sena symbol went viral, showcasing creative political support.
Both sides are gearing up for the January 15, 2026 polls, with rising tensions and sharp political exchanges.
Eknath Shinde condemned stone pelting on Shiv Sena candidates during Pune civic polls campaign.
Incident occurred in Hadapsar, injuring candidate Sarika Pawar and damaging their car.
Shinde warned opposition parties against such acts and asserted Shiv Sena's strength.
Uddhav Thackeray questioned BJP's commitment to Hindutva, using Ravana as a metaphor.
A woman's viral nail art featuring Eknath Shinde's face and Shiv Sena symbol gained attention.
- Who
- Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, BJP leader Ganesh Naik, and a woman with viral nail art
- What
- Political tensions, stone pelting incident, civic election campaigning, and unique political support through nail art
- When
- January 9, 2024 (rally and statements), January 7, 2024 (incident), January 15, 2026 (BMC elections)
- Where
- Pune, Nashik, and Thane, Maharashtra
- Why
- Campaigning for upcoming civic elections and political rivalry
- Incident Location
- Hadapsar, Pune
- Injured Candidate
- Sarika Pawar
- Damage Reported
- Car windscreen damaged
- Poll Date
- January 15, 2026
- Opposition Parties
- BJP, NCP (SP)
- Shinde's Warning
- Not to indulge in cowardly acts
- Shiv Sena Ideology
- Hindutva
- Rally Location
- Nashik, Maharashtra
- Key Figures
- Uddhav Thackeray, Raj Thackeray, Ganesh Naik, Eknath Shinde
- Viral Nail Art
- Features Eknath Shinde's face and Shiv Sena symbol
- BMC Elections 2026 Timeline
- Voting: January 15, 2026; Counting: January 16, 2026
Sources
Pune Civic Polls 2026: 'Won’t Get Scared By Cowardly Politics,' Says Dy CM Eknath Shinde After Stone Pelting On Shiv Sena Candidates | VIDEO
Navi Mumbai civic polls: Naik attacks Shinde, warns deputy CM not to take him lightly
BJP can even admit Ravana in its fold, says Uddhav; questions its Hindutva
KDMC Elections 2026: 'MahaYuti Will Hoist Saffron Flag In Kalyan-Dombivli,' Says Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde | VIDEO
Conspiracy to falsely implicate Maharashtra CM Fadnavis, Dy CM Shinde in 2016 case unearthed by SIT probe
Fadnavis, Shinde Falsely Implicated In 2016 Case During MVA Govt: SIT Report
Viral Eknath Shinde Nail Art! Woman Showsoff Unique Design Featuring Maharashtra DCM & Shiv Sena Party Symbol
Civic polls: Shinde targets Uddhav-Raj, says people can’t be influenced by brands
