Uddhav’s Show of Strength Faces Setback
CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray faced a significant political challenge after only three of the party’s nine Lok Sabha MPs attended a crucial parliamentary meeting in New Delhi despite a three-line whip directing all members to be present. The low turnout has intensified speculation about growing unrest within the party and the possibility of another major split in Maharashtra politics.
The meeting was called amid reports of “Operation Tiger,” an alleged effort to persuade several Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs to align with the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction. Party leaders had hoped the gathering would demonstrate unity and counter rumors of defections, but the absence of six MPs instead fueled concerns about internal divisions.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders have maintained that the party remains intact and have warned of disciplinary action against lawmakers who ignore official directives. Meanwhile, reports suggest that some of the absent MPs were moved away from Delhi ahead of the meeting, adding further intrigue to the unfolding political drama.
The episode marks a critical moment for Uddhav Thackeray as he seeks to retain control over his parliamentary unit. With speculation continuing over potential defections, the battle between the Uddhav and Shinde camps appears set to dominate Maharashtra’s political landscape in the coming weeks.
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