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3mo ago

Raj and Uddhav Thackeray Signal Openness to Reconciliation for Marathi Unity

The estranged cousins express conditional willingness to set aside their long-standing feud, emphasizing Maharashtra's cultural and linguistic interests ahead of key civic elections.

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Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde.
Bharatiya Janata Party leader Nitesh Rane.
Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis welcomed the much-speculated possibility of a re-union between estranged cousins. (File image)

Overview

  • Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray have publicly indicated a readiness to reconcile, prioritizing the interests of Maharashtra and the Marathi-speaking community over past disputes.
  • Both leaders oppose the state government's mandatory Hindi curriculum for Classes 1 to 5, viewing it as a threat to Marathi identity and culture.
  • Uddhav Thackeray has set conditions for collaboration, stating he will not align with individuals or parties acting against Maharashtra's interests.
  • The potential rapprochement comes as the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections approach, raising speculation about a strategic alliance.
  • Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis welcomed the possibility of their reunion, noting its potential impact on the state's political landscape.