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Thackeray & sons: What led to Uddhav-Raj reunion after 20 years? A 'Marathi Manoos' power play

IndiaTimes Saturday, 5 July 2025 ()
After 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 a potential alliance with MNS for upcoming local body elections, emphasizing the importance of unity for Maharashtra's interests.
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