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‘Talk about work’: Eknath Shinde dodges question on Uddhav-Raj Thackeray reunion buzz

20Apr

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‘Talk about work’: Eknath Shinde dodges question on Uddhav-Raj Thackeray reunion buzz

As speculation swirls over a potential reconciliation between estranged cousins Uddhav and Raj Thackeray, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde appeared visibly irked when asked about the development—brushing aside the query and urging the media to focus on the government’s work instead. Shinde’s unusually curt reaction came during a visit to Dare village in Satara district, when a reporter sought his comment on the possible thaw in ties between the leaders of Shiv Sena (UBT) and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS). Known for maintaining a calm public image, the Maharashtra Minister for Urban Development cut short the question, saying tersely in Marathi: “Talk about work.” A video of the exchange, now circulating on social media, has added fuel to the ongoing political chatter. Reac...

Will Thackeray cousins unite? Sanjay Raut weighs in, says all talks ’emotional’ now

A day after estranged Thackeray cousins Uddhav and Raj signalled their willingness to set aside differences and work for the “larger interest of the people of Maharashtra”, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut Sunday said the final decision on whether his party and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) should come together has been left to “both brothers”. “At this moment”, Raut said, “There is no alliance between Shiv Sena (UBT) and the MNS. What has emerged are emotional talks.” In 2005, Raj Thackeray left the undivided Shiv Sena, a party founded by his uncle and Uddhav’s father Bal Thackeray, after feeling sidelined. He then launched the MNS in March 2006. Story continues below this ad On Saturday, in response to MNS chief Raj Thackeray, who stated he could “set aside our mino...

Marathi in the spotlight: Why language agitations and identity politics resurfaced in Maharashtra

Over the last few days, Maharashtra has seen the eruption of yet another language agitation in the state, with Raj Thackeray’s Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) confronting workers of various establishments, as well as nationalised banks, for not using Marathi in communication with customers. Language agitations in Maharashtra have been a central part of the state’s political history, driven by the need to protect Marathi culture, language, and identity. These movements have had profound effects on the political landscape of the state, leading to the formation of the state in the 1960s and subsequently giving rise to regional parties like the Shiv Sena and the MNS.The recent agitation comes, however, against the backdrop of a noticeable shift in the linguistic landscape of Maharashtra, wher...