Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs Allegedly in Contact with Shinde Group, Uddhav

Shiv Sena (Shinde group) MLC Kripal Tumane has claimed that seven MPs from Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) are in contact with their group. Speaking to ANI, Tumane mentioned that discussions under 'Operation Tiger' have been ongoing for the past month and are now in the final stages. He suggested that these MPs might join the Shinde group before the monsoon session.

In response, Uddhav Thackeray convened a meeting of his MPs on June 14. During the meeting, he reportedly stated that anyone wishing to leave the party would not be stopped and could do so willingly. Referring to the 2022 split in Shiv Sena, Thackeray said he was aware of the rebellion at the time but did not pressure anyone to stay.

Meanwhile, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut dismissed Tumane's claims, asserting that all MPs remain united under Uddhav Thackeray's leadership. Raut also criticized media reports suggesting division, calling them false. He emphasized that all MPs had expressed their trust in Thackeray during a recent meeting, with some even taking oaths to remain loyal.

Separately, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Deshmukh met Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav in Delhi. Deshmukh had cited personal reasons for not attending the June 14 meeting in person. Raut clarified that the meeting with Jadhav was being misrepresented and reiterated that all MPs are aligned with the party.

Key Points
- Shiv Sena (Shinde group) MLC Kripal Tumane claims seven UBT MPs are in contact with them.
- Uddhav Thackeray stated that those wishing to leave the party are free to do so.
- Sanjay Raut denied claims of division, asserting all MPs are united under Thackeray.
- Media reports suggest some MPs were absent from the June 14 meeting.
- Sanjay Deshmukh's meeting with a Union Minister was clarified as unrelated to party division.