Overview
- Uddhav Thackeray has stated he is open to reconciling with cousin Raj Thackeray, provided Raj distances himself from the BJP and Shinde-led Shiv Sena.
- Raj Thackeray has instructed MNS leaders to refrain from commenting on the potential alliance until his return from abroad on April 30.
- The Shiv Sena (UBT) mouthpiece Saamana has endorsed the possible reunion, framing it as a step toward strengthening Marathi unity and countering BJP influence.
- Sanjay Raut, a senior Shiv Sena (UBT) leader, affirmed Uddhav’s positive stance and emphasized the importance of unity for the Marathi people.
- Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena faction has criticized the reconciliation efforts, accusing Uddhav of undermining Raj’s rise in the past and labeling him a 'modern Duryodhan.'