Uddhav Thackeray
19th Chief Minister of Maharashtra from 2019 to 2022 (born 1960)
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Uddhav Bal Thackeray is an Indian politician who served as the 19th Chief Minister of Maharashtra from 2019 to 2022 and the Leader of the House, Maharashtra Legislative Assembly from 2019 to 2022. He is a member of Maharashtra Legislative Council since 2020, the president of Maha Vikas Aghadi since 2019 and the president of Shiv Sena (UBT) since 2022. He was also the leader (pramukh) of Shiv Sena from 2013 to 2022, working President from 2003 to 2013 and the editor-in-chief of Saamana from 2006 to 2019. During his tenure from 2019 to 2022, he was ranked as the most popular Chief Minister in India in a survey conducted out of 13 states.
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'There is only one Shiv Sena': Uddhav vows to reclaim lost grounds in Konkan regionUddhav Thackeray, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief, has pledged to regain lost ground in Maharashtra's Konkan region following recent electoral defeats. He asserted that his is the only true Shiv Sena and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Everyone should open their eyes': Uddhav Thackeray targets ex-ally BJP on Waqf lawUddhav Thackeray claimed that the BJP will target land owned by Christians, Jains, Buddhists, and Hindu temples following the enactment of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill. He accused the BJP of planning to..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'File closed for us': Sanjay Raut says Shiv Sena (UBT) won't move Supreme Court against Waqf BillShiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut announced that the party will not contest the Waqf Amendment Bill, 2025, in the Supreme Court, considering the matter closed. While the Shiv Sena (UBT) steps back, other..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Govt eyeing Waqf land, could seek temple trust properties next': Uddhav ThackerayUddhav Thackeray accused the Union government of eyeing Waqf board lands and potentially targeting temple, church, and gurudwara lands next. The Shiv Sena (UBT) opposed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Completely abandoned Hindutva and ideals of Balasaheb Thackeray': Eknath Shinde slams Uddhav Thackeray on Waqf BillMaharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde criticizes Uddhav Thackeray for opposing the Waqf Amendment Bill, accusing Thackeray of abandoning Hindutva. Shinde defends the bill's intent to reform Waqf property..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Waqf Bill debate: Shinde Sena says 'Uddhav's stand would've pained Balasaheb'Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Arvind Sawant accuses the BJP-led NDA of introducing the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, to gain an advantage in the upcoming Bihar assembly elections. Sawant criticizes the lack of..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Fadnavis puts up 'let's see tomorrow' challenge for Uddhav over Waqf Amendment Bill: 'Balasaheb or Rahul Gandhi?'Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis questioned Uddhav Thackeray's stance on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, to be introduced in Lok Sabha. The bill faces opposition from Congress-led INDIA bloc and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Kunal Kamra summoned for insulting 'traitor' but no action on Rahul Solapurkar who insulted Shivaji Maharaj: Uddhav ThackerayIndiaTimes - Published | |
Kunal Kamra row: What's the road ahead for 'liberal' Uddhav Thackeray?Uddhav Thackeray, facing political challenges after parting ways with BJP, stands his ground amidst controversy involving comedian Kunal Kamra. His decision to align with Congress and NCP in 2019..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Sushant Singh Rajput case: BJP MLA accuses Uddhav Thackeray govt of destroying evidence, demands SIT probeIndiaTimes - Published | |
Sanjay Raut says Kamra shares his DNA, Shiv Sena calls both 'mad'Sanjay Raut has supported comedian Kunal Kamra amid backlash for calling Eknath Shinde a 'gaddar' during a comedy show. Kamra's comments were in reference to Shinde's 2022 rebellion which led to the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Shiv Sena UBT leader makes big claim, alleges betting on IPL matches taking place under Mumbai police's noseRaising concerns about crime statistics, he claimed 7,82,960 incidents were reported in 2024, according to the state police department. He alleged that the Maharashtra government had deliberately..DNA - Published | |
'A traitor is a traitor': Uddhav Thackeray backs comic Kunal KamraUddhav Thackeray has defended comedian Kunal Kamra for calling deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde a 'traitor,' stating Kamra expressed public sentiment. Thackeray criticized the attack on Kamra's..IndiaTimes - Published | Legacy battle: Is Shinde Sena using Kunal Kamra row to prove a point to Uddhav SenaComedian Kunal Kamra's remarks against Eknath Shinde have intensified the ongoing feud between the two factions of the Shiv Sena. While Uddhav Thackeray's faction supports Kamra, Shinde's followers..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Uddhav funded Kunal Kamra's show': Shiv Sena's big claim on comic's 'gaddar' remarkShiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam accused Kunal Kamra of making a derogatory comment about Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde, claiming the show was funded by the Uddhav Thackeray faction. Nirupam..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Calling 'gaddar' a 'gaddar' is not an attack': Uddhav Thackeray backs Kunal Kamra, targets Eknath ShindeUddhav Thackeray expressed support for Kunal Kamra regarding his 'gaddar' comment towards Eknath Shinde. Thackeray clarified that calling a 'gaddar' is not an attack. He disassociated Shiv Sena from..IndiaTimes - Published |
Disha Salian case: 'Attempt to malign Aaditya Thackeray's name,' says Sanjay RautShiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut criticizes the move by Disha Salian's father seeking a fresh CBI probe into her death, calling it a political attempt to malign youth leader Aaditya Thackeray. He..IndiaTimes - Published | Uddhav slams Fadnavis, claims BJP inciting riotsOpposition MVA criticised Maharashtra government over Nagpur violence, with Uddhav Thackeray questioning CM Fadnavis's actions and MPCC chief Sapkal clarifying his comments about Fadnavis. Uddhav..IndiaTimes - Published |
Uddhav Thackeray invokes ‘Jai Shivaji, Jai Bhavani’ to counter BJP’s ‘Jai Shri Ram’Uddhav Thackeray criticized the BJP for creating societal division, urging his followers to counter 'Jai Shri Ram' with 'Jai Shivaji' and 'Jai Bhavani'. He questioned BJP's stance on patriotism and..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Why celebrating Women's Day when nothing is being done for their safety': Sanjay Raut slams Maharashtra govtShiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut criticized the Maharashtra government on Women's Day for not addressing crimes against women. He highlighted recent incidents such as the rape cases in Pune and..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Threat to my life and that of my family': Abu Azmi calls Maharashtra assembly suspension arbitrarySamajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi was suspended for the entire Maharashtra budget session over his remarks on Aurangzeb. Azmi called the decision arbitrary, expressing concerns for his family's safety...IndiaTimes - Published | Maharashtra: 'Shiv Sena (UBT) will stake claim to LoP post in Vidhan Sabha,' says Sanjay RautShiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has announced his party's plan to claim the leader of the opposition post in the Maharashtra legislative assembly, regardless of not meeting the 10% threshold. With a..IndiaTimes - Published |
Shinde says Uddhav 'scared to call self Hindu'; Thackeray hits back with 'sin of betrayal'IndiaTimes - Published | Is Uddhav's Sena cozying up to BJP as Shinde plays guessing game?Maharashtra politics continue to intrigue as Uddhav Thackeray's Sena extends praises to CM Fadnavis, hinting at warming relations with BJP, amid alliance partner Shinde's growing dissatisfaction..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Don't take me lightly': Eknath Shinde's 'warning' amid rumours of Mahayuti riftMaharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde reiterates his political strength, referencing his pivotal role in the 2022 rebellion that ousted Uddhav Thackeray’s government. Shinde, claiming loyalty to Shiv..IndiaTimes - Published | 'He is our guide, not opponent': Sanjay Raut praises Sharad Pawar amid row over Shinde felicitationShiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut praised NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar, comparing him to the Maratha general Mahadji Shinde, despite expressing disappointment over Pawar honoring Maharashtra's deputy..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Governments come & go, our relationship will remain': Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray meets AAP chief Arvind KejriwalAaditya Thackeray met Arvind Kejriwal to assure support despite election defeat. He raised concerns about EVM and voter fraud, claiming elections are no longer free and fair. Thackeray highlighted..IndiaTimes - Published | Uddhav loyalist quits party, to join ShindeRajan Salvi, former MLA from Ratnagiri, has resigned as deputy leader of Shiv Sena (UBT) and is set to join the Sena led by Eknath Shinde. Salvi cited his inability to do justice to his role and taking..IndiaTimes - Published |
All's not well in MVA? Sharad Pawar's praise for Eknath Shinde draws ire from Uddhav Thackeray's partySharad Pawar's felicitation of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has created tensions within the Maha Vikas Aghadi, particularly with the Shiv Sena (UBT). Sanjay Raut criticized Pawar for..IndiaTimes - Published | Devendra Fadnavis credits 'Ek hain toh safe hain' for BJP winMaharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis praised BJP's return to power in Delhi, attributing the success to the party's unity campaign, and criticized AAP for its failed promises. Fadnavis accused divisive..IndiaTimes - Published |
'If Rahul and Kejriwal had contested together ... ': Uddhav Thackeray's party claims BJP would have lost if INDIA bloc was united in DelhiShiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut stated that the Delhi assembly election results could have been different if Congress and AAP had united against the BJP. Both parties, despite being allies in the..IndiaTimes - Published | BJP mantri’s remark sparks buzz of patch-up with Shiv Sena UBTPolitical discussions have intensified as BJP minister Chandrakant Patil expressed his optimism for a Shiv Sena (UBT)-BJP reunion at a recent wedding event. Patil's sentiment echoes among Shiv Sena..IndiaTimes - Published |
Sanjay Raut claims some in Uddhav Sena-BJP want old ties restoredShiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut claims some BJP leaders desire an alliance with Uddhav Thackeray's party, a notion CM Devendra Fadnavis dismisses. Raut mentions no discussions within Sena (UBT) on..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Victory in Maharashtra stopped betrayal politics of Sharad Pawar, Uddhav Thackeray': Amit Shah's big attack on MVAUnion home minister Amit Shah attributed BJP's victory in the Maharashtra assembly polls to ending the 'politics of betrayal' started by Sharad Pawar. He also criticized Uddhav Thackeray and claimed..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Congress responsible': After Omar Abdullah, Sanjay Raut demands clarity on INDIA bloc's futureShiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut criticized the lack of coordination in the INDIA bloc post-Lok Sabha elections and attributed the issue to Congress. National Conference leader Omar Abdullah also..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Entirely compromised commission of India': Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Aaditya Thackeray slams EC over EVMsShiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray criticizes the Election Commission of India (ECI), claiming it to be compromised and calling for a comparison experiment between ballot papers and EVMs. ECI..IndiaTimes - Published |
'PM Modi won't complete his term': Sanjay Raut doubts NDA government will last till 2026Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut doubts the survival of PM Modi's government till 2026, which he believes could trigger political changes in Maharashtra and other states. Raut addressed rumours about..IndiaTimes - Published | Tamil Nadu netas attack Amit Shah over Bhim; Uddhav slams BJP's 'arrogance'IndiaTimes - Published |
Uddhav Thackeray calls on Devendra Fadnavis, seeks Bharat Ratna for Veer SavarkarIn Nagpur, Uddhav Thackeray questioned the BJP's inaction on awarding Bharat Ratna to Veer Savarkar. He urged a focus on development issues over historical debates. Thackeray congratulated CM Fadnavis..IndiaTimes - Published | Maharashtra: Portfolios to ne finalised soon; Ladki Bahin payouts expected after Cabinet nod, says Uday SamantMaharashtra minister Uday Samant dismissed rumors of discord within the Mahayuti government, assuring that cabinet portfolios will be allocated soon. He emphasized the government's commitment to..IndiaTimes - Published |
Simultaneous polls proposal a bid to divert attention from key issues: UddhavIndiaTimes - Published | Shiv Sena (UBT) stages protest in Jammu for restoration of statehood to J-KShiv Sena (UBT) activists in Jammu protested Saturday, demanding the restoration of statehood to the Union Territory. Led by Manish Sahni, they gathered near the Maharaja Hari Singh statue, accusing..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Construct temple of EVMs in front of RSS headquarters': Sanjay Raut's advice for new Maharashtra governmentShiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut criticized the Maharashtra government's decision to hold its cabinet expansion in Nagpur, suggesting a temple for EVMs be built. He also expressed concern over the..IndiaTimes - Published | Inform Parliament about steps India is taking to protect Hindus in Bangladesh: Uddhav Thackeray to PM ModiUddhav Thackeray urged Prime Minister Modi to address Parliament on measures for protecting Hindus in Bangladesh amid recent temple vandalism and violence against the minority community. He questioned..IndiaTimes - Published |
BJP stalling discussion in Parliament on plights of Bangladeshi Hindus: Uddhav SenaShiv Sena (UBT) criticizes the BJP government for avoiding discussions on the plight of Hindus in Bangladesh, labeling their Hindutva as hypocritical. They highlight BJP's focus on domestic religious..IndiaTimes - Published | 'His spirit was killed, crushed': Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Yogi's 'Jinnah's spirit remains' remarkShiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi countered Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath's statement linking violence in Bangladesh to Jinnah's legacy. Chaturvedi asserted Jinnah's influence was extinguished..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Have some doubts about EVMs': Aaditya Thackeray says winning leaders of Shiv Sena UBT will not take oathShiv Sena UBT leader Aaditya Thackeray announced that his party's winning MLAs will not be sworn into the BJP-led Maharashtra government. He alleged EVM misuse during the assembly elections, expressing..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Eknath Shinde era over, he has been tossed aside': Sanjay Raut ahead of Devendra Fadnavis swearing-in as Maharashtra CMShiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut declared Eknath Shinde's time as CM over, alleging the BJP used and discarded him after choosing Devendra Fadnavis for the top job. Raut accused the BJP of..IndiaTimes - Published |
Activist ends fast after Uddhav Thackeray assures bigger stir for fair pollsIndiaTimes - Published | Shiv Sena (UBT) blames Congress for alliance's loss in Maharashtra assembly polls: 'They behaved as if...'Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Ambadas Danve on Thursday criticised the Congress over its "overconfidence" which, he said, negatively impacted the Maha Vikas Aghadi's performance in the Maharashtra assembly..DNA - Published |
