In a sharp critique, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anand Dubey condemned Bharatiya Janata Party MLA Nishant Rane’s recent remarks made during the Sakal Hindu Samaj agitation in Ahmednagar. Dubey accused the BJP of deliberately spreading hatred in Maharashtra ahead of the state elections. He highlighted ongoing discussions within the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance regarding seat-sharing and the Chief Ministerial candidate for the upcoming elections, while also commenting on the internal dynamics of the Shiv Sena factions and their impact on the political landscape.
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- Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anand Dubey criticized BJP MLA Nishant Rane’s comments in Ahmednagar as “unfortunate” and accused the BJP of spreading hatred.
- Dubey expressed concerns over the lack of arrests despite FIRs being filed against Rane for allegedly provocative speeches.
- Two cases were registered against Nishant Rane for his speeches in Srirampur and Topkhana police jurisdictions of Ahmednagar district.
- Dubey claimed that the BJP is attempting to create a divisive atmosphere in Maharashtra before the upcoming state elections.
- He mentioned ongoing discussions within the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) regarding seat-sharing and selecting a Chief Minister candidate.
- Dubey asserted that the MVA alliance currently has an advantage in Maharashtra and will soon finalize details about seat distribution and leadership.
- He claimed that many MLAs from Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction) are in contact with Shiv Sena (UBT) and are considering joining them.
- Dubey predicted that MVA would secure over 200 seats in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, while the opposing Maha Yuti alliance might struggle to cross 88 seats.
- He criticized the internal discord within the Maha Yuti alliance, particularly pointing out the treatment of Ajit Pawar.
- Dubey announced that Shiv Sena (UBT) plans to contest 20 seats in the Jammu and Kashmir elections, set to be held in three phases starting September 18.
