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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Eknath Shinde makes BIG remark on Uddhav Thackeray, says, 'Maharashtra has never seen...'Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Friday hit out at Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, accusing him of betraying his ally Devendra Fadnavis in 2019. Read on to know more on this.DNA - Published | |
BJP-UBT reunion? Uddhav Thackeray meets Devendra Fadnavis day after CM's 'invite'; leaders hold 20-minute meetingAmidst political shifts in Maharashtra, Devendra Fadnavis has extended an invitation to Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena UBT to rejoin the ruling coalition. This comes after Thackeray met with Chief..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'You have scope to come to our side': Devendra Fadnavis's swipe at Uddhav or message to Shinde?Devendra Fadnavis "invitation" swipe at Uddhav Thackeray has reignited speculation about potential realignments within Maharashtra's political landscape. This comes amid reports of unease between..IndiaTimes - Published | |
‘Bullying non-Marathi speakers is wrong’: Ramdas Athawale warns of action in Maharashtra; calls Uddhav, Raj Thackeray’s stand ‘against Balasaheb’s vision’IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Can come to the ruling side': Fadnavis offers Uddhav Thackeray, says BJP not going to be in opposition 'at least till 2029'Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis hinted at a possible BJP-Shiv Sena (UBT) coalition, suggesting Uddhav Thackeray could join the ruling side. This remark comes amid Uddhav's criticism of the BJP and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad slap row: Uddhav Thackeray claims 'conspiracy' to defame CM Devendra Fadnavis; Eknath Shinde says 'beating someone is not right'Uddhav Thackeray claims a conspiracy exists to defame Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis. This follows an incident where Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad slapped a canteen worker. Gaikwad complained about..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Washing powder' formula again? Uddhav Thackeray asks, 'did the Pahalgam terrorists join BJP?’ amid Hindi vs Marathi rowUddhav Thackeray criticized BJP regarding the Pahalgam terror incident. He questioned the whereabouts of the terrorists. Thackeray's remarks followed BJP leaders comparing the Hindi-Marathi row to the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Hindi row: Why Uddhav Sena has distanced itself from Stalin's hardline stance - BMC in focus?Following a rare show of unity against "Hindi imposition," Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin sought support from Uddhav Thackeray. However, Shiv Sena (UBT) distanced itself from DMK's radical stance, clarifying..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Not against Hindi, just its compulsion in schools': Sanjay Raut distances from Stalin's 'support'; clarifies Maharashtra's stand on language rowSanjay Raut clarifies Shiv Sena (UBT)'s stance on Hindi, distinguishing it from Tamil Nadu's outright rejection. Maharashtra opposes mandatory Hindi in primary schools, not the language itself, unlike..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Come, let us unite': MK Stalin hails Thackeray brothers' anti-Hindi powerplay; vows to 'teach BJP a lesson'Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin lauded the Thackeray brothers' unity against alleged Hindi imposition in Maharashtra. He criticized the Centre for withholding funds and questioned the languages taught in..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis issues BIG statement after Uddhav, Raj Thackeray's mega rally: 'I am thankful...'Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has reacted to a mega rally held by former CM Uddhav Thackeray and his cousin Raj Thackeray. During the rally in Mumbai, Raj Thackeray sarcastically..DNA - Published | Thackeray & sons: What led to Uddhav-Raj reunion after 20 years? A 'Marathi Manoos' power playAfter nearly two decades, Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray reunited, celebrating the Maharashtra government's reversal of its decision to impose Hindi as a third language in schools. Uddhav hinted at..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Balasaheb must be blessing me': Fadnavis on Thackeray reunion; takes 'rudali' swipe at Uddhav's speechMaharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis derided Uddhav Thackeray's speech at a joint rally as a 'rudali' act, not a victory celebration. Fadnavis criticised Uddhav for focusing on his government's..IndiaTimes - Published | Hindi row: Congress slams Thackeray cousins for hogging credit for govt's rollback; casts doubt on reunionCongress has criticized Uddhav and Raj Thackeray for taking sole credit for the government's reversal on introducing Hindi in Maharashtra schools, emphasizing that widespread opposition from various..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Jai Gujarat' row: Uddhav Thackeray lands 'Pushpa' punch at Eknath Shinde; calls him 'gaddar'Uddhav Thackeray criticized Eknath Shinde for chanting "Jai Gujarat" at a rally with Amit Shah, questioning his respect for Marathi culture. This occurred amidst a language row and a joint rally by..IndiaTimes - Published | 'We have come together to stay together': Uddhav Thackeray's big statement on reunion with brother Raj ThackerayThe Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) and Shiv Sena (UBT) are holding a joint rally in Mumbai to oppose the alleged imposition of the Hindi language over Maharashtra by the state government.DNA - Published |
'Maha' reunion: At mega rally, Uddhav & Raj Thackeray vow to 'stay together'; attack Mahayuti govt over Hindi 'imposition'In a significant political development, Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray reunited after two decades at a rally in Mumbai, demonstrating a united front against the perceived imposition of Hindi in..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Maharashtra is bigger than politics': Raj Thackeray on reunion with Uddhav ThackerayThackeray brothers garlanded the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at the joint rally of their parties, Shiv Sena (UBT) and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) at Worli Dome in Mumbai.DNA - Published |
When Raj meets Uddhav (again): Thackerays to hold joint 'victory' rally today; reunite over Hindi 'imposition'Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray are set to share a stage after 20 years for a joint rally celebrating the withdrawal of government resolutions related to the three-language policy. The rally,..IndiaTimes - Published | 3-language policy row: Devendra Fadnavis labels Uddhav Thackeray 'palturam'; says 'not against any language'Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis criticized Uddhav Thackeray, labeling him "palturam" after reversing the three-language policy due to opposition pressure. Fadnavis clarified that the..IndiaTimes - Published |
‘Lost to Marathi manoos’: Uddhav exults govt's rollback on 3-language policy; says it’s not ‘wisdom that came late’Uddhav Thackeray claimed victory after the Maharashtra government withdrew orders implementing the three-language policy in primary schools, which mandated Hindi. Thackeray accused the government of..IndiaTimes - Published | Uddhav Thackeray says ‘not against Hindi, only its imposition’ as Sena (UBT) burns 3-language GRIndiaTimes - Published |
Maharashtra language row: Deputy CM Eknath Shinde hits back at Shiv Sena (UBT); calls opposition ‘double-faced’A political storm has erupted in Maharashtra over the mandatory introduction of Hindi in schools. Deputy CM Eknath Shinde criticized Shiv Sena (UBT) for their shifting stance, while leaders like..IndiaTimes - Published | 'United march against Hindi imposition': Language row to unite Thackeray brothers? What Sanjay Raut saidUddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray are joining forces. They will protest the mandatory Hindi language imposition in Maharashtra schools. Sanjay Raut announced a joint march on July 5. This..IndiaTimes - Published |
We did 'bada yoga': Eknath Shinde recalls Shiv Sena split on Yoga Day; takes dig at Uddhav ThackerayMaharashtra's deputy CM Eknath Shinde linked International Yoga Day to his 2022 Shiv Sena rebellion, terming it a "big yoga" that reshaped the state's political landscape. He stated that the split led..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Cadre feels we should fight alone': Uddhav Thackeray meets Sena district chiefs ahead of pollsIndiaTimes - Published |
'Whatever Maharashtra wishes': Uddhav Thackeray on possible Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS allianceUddhav Thackeray has left the decision of a potential alliance between Shiv Sena (UBT) and Raj Thackeray's MNS to the people of Maharashtra. This comes amid discussions of a possible reunion between..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Pahalgam terrorists might join BJP': Sanjay Raut's latest on Operation SindoorSanjay Raut, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader, alleged that the terrorists responsible for the Pahalgam attack, which resulted in the deaths of 25 tourists and a local, are still at large and may have joined the..IndiaTimes - Published |
Uddhav-Raj Thackeray reunion: Are Sena (UBT) and MNS leaders ready for alliance?Rumors of a reunion between Uddhav and Raj Thackeray gain traction as both Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS leaders acknowledge the need to address organizational alignment and personal relationships. Recent..IndiaTimes - Published | '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 |
