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Ambadas Danve's move causes a stir within the Thackeray faction; Uddhav Thackeray prepares to counter rebel MPs
Mumbai, June 25, 2026: Maharashtra's political landscape is abuzz today. Significant unease has arisen within the Shiv Sena (Thackeray faction) after Ambadas Danve—an influential leader and Member of the Legislative Council (MLC)—announced his candidacy under the 'Mahayuti' (BJP-Shinde Sena) panel for the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar District Central Cooperative Bank election.
Danve's decision has sparked intense speculation within the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) as well, with many viewing it as the beginning of new political equations. Although Danve had previously criticized rebel MPs, his participation in the Mahayuti panel has come as a surprise. However, Danve clarified that the cooperative bank belongs to the farmers and is unrelated to party politics.
Fadnavis backs 'Operation Tiger'
Meanwhile, sources indicate that 'Operation Tiger'—executed by Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena—received behind-the-scenes support from Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Under this operation, six MPs from the Uddhav Thackeray faction merged into the Shinde faction; Fadnavis is said to have played a pivotal role in this development.
Uddhav Thackeray prepares a counter-offensive
Uddhav Thackeray has organized a state-wide tour to teach the rebel MPs a lesson. The tour will commence in the constituencies of the rebels, with public rallies scheduled in Yavatmal, Washim, Hingoli, Dharashiv, Parbhani, and Shirdi. The primary objectives of the tour are to halt the exodus from the party, boost the morale of party workers, and demonstrate public support.
Talk of a split in the NCP
Following the developments in the Thackeray faction, there is now talk of a potential split within the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). However, Sharad Pawar, Supriya Sule, and Rohit Pawar have categorically denied these reports. Rohit Pawar also alleged that substantial development funds were allocated to the rebels.
High-handed behavior by a Shinde faction MP
An incident has come to light where North-East Mumbai MP Sanjay Dina Patil behaved rudely and used abusive language with journalists; Aditya Thackeray has challenged him to resign.
There is speculation in political circles that these developments could bring about major changes in Maharashtra's political future.
Mumbai, June 25, 2026: Maharashtra's political landscape is abuzz today. Significant unease has arisen within the Shiv Sena (Thackeray faction) after Ambadas Danve—an influential leader and Member of the Legislative Council (MLC)—announced his candidacy under the 'Mahayuti' (BJP-Shinde Sena) panel for the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar District Central Cooperative Bank election.
Danve's decision has sparked intense speculation within the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) as well, with many viewing it as the beginning of new political equations. Although Danve had previously criticized rebel MPs, his participation in the Mahayuti panel has come as a surprise. However, Danve clarified that the cooperative bank belongs to the farmers and is unrelated to party politics.
Fadnavis backs 'Operation Tiger'
Meanwhile, sources indicate that 'Operation Tiger'—executed by Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena—received behind-the-scenes support from Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Under this operation, six MPs from the Uddhav Thackeray faction merged into the Shinde faction; Fadnavis is said to have played a pivotal role in this development.
Uddhav Thackeray prepares a counter-offensive
Uddhav Thackeray has organized a state-wide tour to teach the rebel MPs a lesson. The tour will commence in the constituencies of the rebels, with public rallies scheduled in Yavatmal, Washim, Hingoli, Dharashiv, Parbhani, and Shirdi. The primary objectives of the tour are to halt the exodus from the party, boost the morale of party workers, and demonstrate public support.
Talk of a split in the NCP
Following the developments in the Thackeray faction, there is now talk of a potential split within the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). However, Sharad Pawar, Supriya Sule, and Rohit Pawar have categorically denied these reports. Rohit Pawar also alleged that substantial development funds were allocated to the rebels.
High-handed behavior by a Shinde faction MP
An incident has come to light where North-East Mumbai MP Sanjay Dina Patil behaved rudely and used abusive language with journalists; Aditya Thackeray has challenged him to resign.
There is speculation in political circles that these developments could bring about major changes in Maharashtra's political future.
Danve's decision has sparked intense speculation within the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) as well, with many viewing it as the beginning of new political equations. Although Danve had previously criticized rebel MPs, his participation in the Mahayuti panel has come as a surprise. However, Danve clarified that the cooperative bank belongs to the farmers and is unrelated to party politics.
Fadnavis backs 'Operation Tiger'
Meanwhile, sources indicate that 'Operation Tiger'—executed by Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena—received behind-the-scenes support from Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Under this operation, six MPs from the Uddhav Thackeray faction merged into the Shinde faction; Fadnavis is said to have played a pivotal role in this development.
Uddhav Thackeray prepares a counter-offensive
Uddhav Thackeray has organized a state-wide tour to teach the rebel MPs a lesson. The tour will commence in the constituencies of the rebels, with public rallies scheduled in Yavatmal, Washim, Hingoli, Dharashiv, Parbhani, and Shirdi. The primary objectives of the tour are to halt the exodus from the party, boost the morale of party workers, and demonstrate public support.
Talk of a split in the NCP
Following the developments in the Thackeray faction, there is now talk of a potential split within the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). However, Sharad Pawar, Supriya Sule, and Rohit Pawar have categorically denied these reports. Rohit Pawar also alleged that substantial development funds were allocated to the rebels.
High-handed behavior by a Shinde faction MP
An incident has come to light where North-East Mumbai MP Sanjay Dina Patil behaved rudely and used abusive language with journalists; Aditya Thackeray has challenged him to resign.
There is speculation in political circles that these developments could bring about major changes in Maharashtra's political future.
