Overview
- Uddhav Thackeray called for the immediate recognition of a Leader of Opposition in the Assembly and Council, calling the absence a blow to democratic oversight.
- He said this is the first time both Maharashtra Houses are functioning without an Opposition leader and asked why the government is reluctant to make the appointments.
- He argued that if rules are cited to deny the posts, the constitutionally unrecognized Deputy Chief Minister position should be abolished, adding that his camp may move court.
- Criticizing coalition dynamics, he accused the BJP and Devendra Fadnavis of controlling allies and described the party’s approach as an “anaconda” swallowing partners.
- He flagged delayed farmer-relief proposals reportedly sent only in late November and alleged major voter-roll anomalies as the state faces Supreme Court-ordered local elections by January 31, 2026.