Thackeray brothers discussing Sena-MNS alliance, says Raut

A latest interplay between Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray has raised the opportunity of a pre-poll alliance forward of civic elections in Maharashtra. Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut mentioned on Monday (October 6, 2025) that the assembly was political in nature and that discussions are progressing.

Addressing a press convention in Mumbai, Mr. Raut mentioned that the 2 leaders have agreed to discover collaboration in main municipal firms, together with Mumbai, Thane, Kalyan-Dombivli, Nashik, and Pune. 

“There are a number of civic our bodies the place Shiv Sena (UBT) has a powerful presence, whereas MNS is influential in others. The NCP (SP) and Congress additionally maintain sway in numerous areas, notably in Vidarbha. The private and political rapport between the Thackeray cousins has grown stronger, and their talks have moved ahead considerably,” he mentioned.

He mentioned that Mumbai’s subsequent mayor can be a Marathi chief with true saffron values, who wouldn’t bend earlier than Delhi.

Alliance of coronary heart and thoughts

On Sunday (October 5, 2025), the cousins met in the course of the naming ceremony of Mr. Raut’s grandchild in Bandra. Following that, Mr. Raj visited Mr. Uddhav’s residence, Matoshri.

Mr. Raut mentioned, “This alliance is being formed with each coronary heart, and thoughts and it’s greater than only a political association. It’s a partnership constructed with tan (physique), mann (thoughts), and dhan (cash). Together, the alliance desires to work for the welfare of farmers and people who find themselves struggling beneath the poor management of the Mahayuti authorities.”

On the opportunity of the MNS becoming a member of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), he mentioned that the choice rests with Raj Thackeray. “While the MNS stays an impartial celebration, it maintains cordial relations with MVA leaders. The MVA was fashioned for the state meeting. For civic polls, a brand new technique might be devised,” he mentioned.

Elections to a number of municipal firms, together with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), are anticipated to be held by the top of the 12 months.

On the latest go to by Union Home Minister, Amit Shah, he mentioned, “Why is Amit Shah not visiting Marathwada? Why is that this authorities frightened of assembly grieving farmers? Are they frightened of their questions? They arrested Sonam Wangchuck for a peaceable protest. Is it against the law to stage a protest in democracy? Why is that this authorities scared of people that have questions?”