The post-election landscape in Maharashtra has exposed deep divisions, with BJP spokesperson Prem Shukla declaring the end of any pretense of unity between Uddhav and Raj Thackeray. In detailed remarks from New Delhi, Shukla unpacked MNS’s game-changing support and broader cultural flashpoints.
Shukla described the brothers’ harmony as confined strictly to the campaign trail, vanishing once votes were counted. Raj Thackeray’s decision to rally behind Eknath Shinde’s ‘authentic Shiv Sena’ in Dombivli-Kalyan serves as the smoking gun. ‘Raj has affirmed Shinde as Bal Thackeray’s legitimate successor,’ he asserted, citing a former MNS legislator’s confirmation of direct consultation.
With MNS openly supporting Mahayuti for the Kalyan-Dombivli mayor, Uddhav’s camp stands accused of deliberate oversight. This bolsters Mahayuti’s dominance, fresh from conquering most of Maharashtra’s 29 municipal corporations in the January 15 polls, results on January 16.
Shifting gears, Shukla robustly countered Akhilesh Yadav’s Shankaracharya comments, affirming BJP’s role as Sanatan Dharma’s vanguard. He lambasted historical adversaries—those ordering shots at kar sevaks—for their sudden piety and alleged roles in attacks on Swami Avimukteshwaranand.
As these narratives gain traction, Shukla’s analysis points to a realignment favoring Shinde and Mahayuti, potentially redrawing Maharashtra’s political map.