Uddhav Sena Won’t Leave MVA: Sanjay Raut Denies Rift Rumours

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

1. Sanjay Raut dismissed rumours of a split in the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA).
2. The BJP-led Mahayuti secured 230 out of 288 seats in the recent Maharashtra elections.
3. MVA faced a major defeat, winning only 46 seats.
4. Raut confirmed Uddhav Sena’s continued alliance with MVA.
5. The Mahayuti is yet to decide on its Chief Minister.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

Mahayuti’s Victory and MVA’s Setback

In the recent Maharashtra Assembly elections, the Mahayuti alliance secured a significant win with 230 out of 288 seats. The BJP emerged as the largest party, winning 132 seats, followed by Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena with 57 and Ajit Pawar’s NCP with 41 seats. In contrast, the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) managed only 46 seats, with Congress securing 16, the NCP (SP) 10, and Uddhav Sena 20.

Sanjay Raut’s Clarification

Addressing a press conference, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut refuted claims of any internal conflict within the MVA, calling the rumours “baseless.” He emphasized that the Uddhav Sena remains committed to the alliance. “When we succeeded in the general elections, no one suggested we leave the coalition,” Raut noted, reinforcing unity within the opposition alliance.

Chief Ministerial Uncertainty

Raut criticized the Mahayuti for failing to decide on a Chief Minister despite having a clear majority. He questioned why BJP leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, have not finalized a decision. Highlighting the contrast with Shiv Sena’s legacy, Raut remarked, “Bal Thackeray’s future was never decided in Delhi; it was always decided in Mumbai.”

Aakhir Tak – Key Takeaways to Remember

• Sanjay Raut dismissed MVA rift rumours as unfounded.
• Mahayuti secured a dominant victory in Maharashtra elections.
• No decision yet on Mahayuti’s Chief Minister.
• Uddhav Sena remains committed to the MVA.
• Political uncertainty continues in Maharashtra.

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