Overview

• Sanjay Raut said on June 10 that Sena (UBT) will take a step forward or back to serve Maharashtra’s interests with “no political ego” in the decision.
• Aaditya Thackeray reiterated openness to join forces with any group committed to Mumbai and Marathi interests “with a clean heart and mind,” while noting that talks so far remain media speculation.
• Raj Thackeray affirmed that unity for the Marathi community should not be difficult, signaling his willingness to explore a partnership nearly two decades after the split.
• Neither side has begun formal negotiations yet, though both leaders indicate structured discussions are on the horizon ahead of key civic polls.
• A potential Sena (UBT)–MNS alliance could consolidate Marathi-centric votes and reshape regional power dynamics against the BJP-led coalition.