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BJP Minister Mahajan, Shiv Sena's Sanjay Raut Trade Barbs Over Party Crisis
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 18 Jun 2026, 07:02 PM
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Maharashtra BJP Minister Girish Mahajan has criticized Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut, suggesting his statements are causing a split within the party.
Maharashtra BJP Minister Girish Mahajan has publicly commented on the internal affairs of the Shiv Sena (UBT), directly addressing party leader Uddhav Thackeray.
Mahajan stated that he had previously advised Thackeray about the impact of keeping Raut in close proximity. The minister alleged that Raut's frequent "blabber" is a significant factor contributing to the party's current crisis, including members leaving or the party potentially splitting.
These remarks indicate a sharp exchange of words between the ruling BJP and the opposition Shiv Sena (UBT) regarding the party's stability and leadership.
Mahajan stated that he had previously advised Thackeray about the impact of keeping Raut in close proximity. The minister alleged that Raut's frequent "blabber" is a significant factor contributing to the party's current crisis, including members leaving or the party potentially splitting.
These remarks indicate a sharp exchange of words between the ruling BJP and the opposition Shiv Sena (UBT) regarding the party's stability and leadership.