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Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad Slaps Canteen Worker | Watch

July 9, 2025, 12:00 pm

Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad from the faction of the Eknath Shinde group triggered widespread outrage after a video clip of him assaulting a canteen employee at the MLA Hostel in Mumbai became viral. The incident was reported on Tuesday night when Gaikwad allegedly got stale and stinking dal-rice served to him in his room.

Talking to PTI after the incident, Gaikwad defended the beating, saying that he did not regret it. “Food was stale,” he asserted, adding that he would bring up the matter in the current monsoon session of the Maharashtra Assembly.

“When a person does not speak the language of democracy, then I have to [use] this language alone,” he informed the news agency.

Caught on Camera: Assault and Abuse

The viral clip documents Gaikwad entering the canteen, insulting the operator, not paying the bill, and slapping a billing counter staffer. He pushed and shoved other staff members who were present at the spot as well. Gaikwad instructed others in the canteen not to pay for their food as well.

Shameful conduct by Shiv Sena (Shinde) MLA Sanjay Gaikwad assaulted poor canteen staff over bad food, when he could’ve raised the issue through proper channels…
Is this how a public representative is expected to behave?
Let’s see if Devendra Fadnavis dares to act, or stays… pic.twitter.com/YhVfShiffA

— Archana Pawar 🇮🇳 (@SilentEyes0106) July 9, 2025

The MLA stated that he had submitted multiple complaints regarding food quality, but did not notice any improvement. “I did not beat him, checking if he is Marathi or Hindi-speaking. I had raised the issue with the concerned authorities on various occasions. I will say it again,” he said, making a distinction between his and MNS and Shiv Sena (UBT) workers’ actions.

Violent History Resurfaces

This is not the first time Gaikwad has courted controversy. Political rivals, especially the Congress, quickly pointed out his previous inflammatory statements. Last year, he offered a ₹11 lakh reward for anyone who would cut off Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s tongue over remarks related to reservation. A day later, he escalated his rhetoric by saying he would bury “Congress dogs”.

These recurring episodes of public violence have led to questions regarding the culture of impunity among elected officials. Opposition leaders are calling for accountability, and civil society voices are criticizing the escalation of violence in public life.

Uddhav and Raj Thackeray Unite After 20 Years to Oppose Hindi Imposition

June 27, 2025, 3:36 pm

Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray, together for the first time in two decades, will come together against the language policy of the Maharashtra government. Their coming together is in reaction to the state making Hindi compulsory from Class 1 to Class 5 under the National Education Policy’s three-language formula.

The two leaders term it a clear thrust of Hindi upon Marathi identity and linguistic diversity. They have now planned a joint protest on July 5. This is a political moment that comes close to a display of unity from the estranged cousins.

From Separate Protests to a Single March

The two leaders had initially called for different protests. Raj Thackeray was organizing a ‘Virat Morcha’ on July 6 from Girgaon Chowpatty in South Mumbai. Uddhav Thackeray had supported an Azad Maidan protest on July 7 called by academic and activist Deepak Pawar.

The individual announcements had created confusion among the fans. But barely a few minutes after the press conferences, Raj Thackeray phoned Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut. He suggested staging one united march for the Marathi movement. Raut spoke to Uddhav Thackeray, who agreed forthwith. The leadership settled for July 5 as the date of the joint protest. The time and location will be disclosed in due course.

New Political Moment in Maharashtra

Sanjay Raut posted a photo of Uddhav and Raj together on X. His caption was, “There will be one united protest against the imposition of Hindi in Maharashtra schools. Jai Maharashtra!”

जय महाराष्ट्र!

“There will be a single and united march against compulsory Hindi in Maharashtra schools. Thackeray is the brand!”
⁦@Dev_Fadnavis⁩
⁦@AmitShah⁩ pic.twitter.com/tPv6q15Hwv

— Sanjay Raut (@rautsanjay61) June 27, 2025

The MNS leader Sandeep Deshpande welcomed the decision. He appreciated Raj for initiating it and Uddhav for endorsing it without hesitation. Sandeep Deshpande stated that this march would demonstrate the power of one voice, united in Marathi. He even referred to it as a “2.0 version of the Sanyukta Maharashtra Movement.”

Government Faces Backlash, Revises Decision

The Maharashtra state government had initially issued the directive on April 16. It instructed schools to introduce Hindi compulsorily from Class 1 to 5 in Marathi- and English-medium schools. People viewed it as an assault on the rights of regional languages. Following protests, the government changed its order. The new resolution now makes Hindi voluntary. It also permits schools to teach another Indian language if a minimum of 20 students express a desire for it.

The message on July 5 will be loud and clear. Both Uddhav and Raj would like to demonstrate that Marathi identity cannot be diluted. Their consolidation might determine not only the course of language policy but also Maharashtra’s politics.

Maharashtra Assembly Elections: Voting Begins Across 288 Seats

November 20, 2024, 8:12 am

Voting for the Maharashtra Assembly elections started at 7 AM on Wednesday and will end at 6 PM. The election is taking place across 288 constituencies.

PM Modi Urges Voters

Before the polls, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to vote on social media platform X. He posted, “Today, votes will be cast for all the seats in the Maharashtra Assembly elections. I urge the voters of the state to participate with full enthusiasm and add to the splendour of this festival of democracy. On this occasion, I appeal to all the youth and women voters to come out in large numbers to vote.”

आज महाराष्ट्र विधानसभा निवडणुकीच्या सर्व जागांसाठी मतदान होत आहे.राज्यातील सर्व मतदारांना माझे आग्रहाचे आवाहन आहे की त्यांनी उत्साहाने या प्रक्रियेत सहभागी व्हावे आणि लोकशाहीच्या या उत्सवाची शोभा वाढवावी.यावेळी सर्व तरुण आणि महिला मतदारांना आवाहन करतो की त्यांनी मोठ्या संख्येने…

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 20, 2024

Security Measures in Place

Security is tight in Mumbai. The police have deployed over 25,000 personnel, including riot-control teams. They are conducting vehicle checks in areas like Guru Teg Bahadur Nagar and Dharavi. Over 2,000 officers are on duty to ensure law and order.

Candidate Details

A total of 4,136 candidates are contesting. Among them are 2,086 independents. Key parties and their seats include:

BJP: 149 seats
Shiv Sena: 81 seats
Congress: 101 seats
NCP (Sharad Pawar faction): 86 seats
Shiv Sena (UBT): 95 seats
BSP: 237 seats

Maharashtra has about 9.7 crore registered voters.

Campaign and Alliances

The campaign has been intense with shifting alliances and ideological battles. The main contest is between the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance and the Congress-led Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA). The Mahayuti includes BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP (Ajit Pawar faction). The MVA includes Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT), and NCP (Sharad Pawar faction).

Previous Election Results

In the 2019 elections, the BJP won 105 seats, Shiv Sena 56, and Congress 44. In 2014, the BJP secured 122 seats, Shiv Sena 63, and Congress 42.

The results of today’s vote will decide the future of Maharashtra’s leadership.

Maha Assembly elections: Aditya Thackeray Confident of Victory as He Files Nomination for Worli Seat

October 24, 2024, 4:18 pm

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aditya Thackeray officially filed his nomination for the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections from the Worli constituency on Thursday. Ahead of submitting his papers, Thackeray led a roadshow and offered prayers at a local temple, where he expressed his determination to address key issues like unemployment and the alleged exploitation of Maharashtra’s resources.

Speaking to reporters, Thackeray shared his confidence about winning the Worli seat once again. “I am confident that people will bless me. We are on track to form the next government in Maharashtra. You can see the love and support from the people,” he said.

Focus on Unemployment and Criticism of Maharashtra Government

Outlining his priorities, Thackeray emphasized his goal to tackle unemployment and halt what he described as the “loot of Maharashtra.” He criticized Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and the BJP, accusing them of mismanaging the state’s resources. “What is important is to defeat Eknath Shinde and the BJP, who have looted Maharashtra,” he added.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders, including Arvind Sawant, also voiced their support for Thackeray. Sawant highlighted Thackeray’s contributions during his tenure, stating, “Aditya Thackeray’s work is remembered by everyone, not just in Maharashtra but across the country. He will win this seat again.”

Shiv Sena (UBT) Candidate List Released

The Shiv Sena (UBT) faction recently unveiled its first list of 65 candidates for the assembly elections. Among the prominent names is Kedhar Dighe, nephew of the late Anand Dighe, who will contest against CM Eknath Shinde in the Kopri-Panchpakhadi constituency. Other key candidates include Sunil Raut from Vikhroli, Rajan Vichare from Thane, Dipesh Mhatre from Dombivli, and Vaishali Sooryavanshi from Pachora.

The Maharashtra Assembly elections are shaping up to be a fierce contest, with Thackeray’s nomination adding to the high-stakes political drama.

Uddhav Challenges Mahayuti To Reveal CM Candidate First

October 13, 2024, 5:34 pm

The political temperature in Maharashtra is rising ahead of the assembly elections later this year, with the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition taking aim at the ruling Mahayuti alliance. In a press conference held today, Uddhav Thackeray, leader of the Shiv Sena (UBT), slammed the BJP-led government, accusing it of operating under “thieves and traitors” and deflecting from critical governance issues. Thackeray challenged the Mahayuti to reveal their Chief Ministerial candidate first, stating that the MVA will announce theirs only after Mahayuti’s decision is publicized.

A major part of Thackeray‘s critique revolved around recent law and order incidents, such as the murder of NCP leader Baba Siddiqui. He questioned the state government’s actions, raising suspicions over the arrests made in Siddiqui’s case and a police encounter involving a rape accused. Thackeray remarked, “They are keeping tabs on opposition leaders but seem oblivious to actual criminals”—a direct jab at the government for alleged misuse of resources for political vendettas.

Sharad Pawar, the leader of the NCP, backed Thackeray’s statement and targeted the government’s financial mismanagement, particularly in relation to the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin scheme. Pawar criticized the scheme as lacking transparency in its budgeting and financial provisions, warning that without clear funding, the initiative could become another unfulfilled promise from the government.

Adding to the growing political tension, Congress leader Nana Patole expressed fears about public safety under the current government. He referenced Baba Siddiqui’s assassination as evidence that neither political leaders nor ordinary citizens are secure. Patole also criticized Rashmi Shukla’s controversial position as Maharashtra’s police chief, describing her appointment as unconstitutional and confirming that the MVA has filed a complaint with the Election Commission regarding the issue.

The MVA leadership also released a booklet titled Gaddarancha Panchnama (“The Betrayal Report”), accusing the Mahayuti alliance of abandoning Maharashtra’s core values and governance principles. Through this publication, they aim to rally public sentiment against the ruling coalition as election campaigns ramp up.

With elections around the corner, the rhetoric from both sides is intensifying. Thackeray’s remarks reflect not only political rivalry but also the MVA’s strategy to focus on governance failures, corruption, and public safety issues. In response, the Mahayuti alliance, led by Eknath Shinde and the BJP, will likely counter these attacks by emphasizing their achievements over the last two years.

Also read: Sharad Pawar Pushes Bold 75% Reservation Demand For Marathas And More

The unfolding political drama marks a decisive moment for Maharashtra, as voters will soon have to choose between these two coalitions—each presenting a starkly different narrative about the state’s future. Stay tuned for further developments as election campaigns gain momentum in the coming weeks.

BJP and UBT member Clash in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

August 26, 2024, 4:48 pm

Tensions flared in Maharashtra’s Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar as workers from the BJP and Shiv Sena (UBT) clashed on Monday. The scuffle broke out in front of the Rama Hotel, where Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray was staying during his two-day visit to the city. The altercation occurred after BJP members staged a protest against Thackeray’s visit.

As the situation escalated, police had to resort to a mild lathi charge to disperse the crowds and restore order. The confrontation was marked by loud sloganeering from both sides. BJP workers protested against Thackeray, recalling a recent incident where his supporters had demonstrated against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Aurangabad. Shiv Sena (UBT) members responded in kind, leading to a physical altercation.

Aaditya Thackeray, who has been actively campaigning for the upcoming Maharashtra Legislative Assembly elections, is touring the region to build support. In the recent Lok Sabha elections, Thackeray narrowly lost the Mumbai North West seat to Shiv Sena’s Ravinder Waikar by just 48 votes.

The Maharashtra Assembly elections, which will be held across 288 constituencies, are expected to witness a heated contest between the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition—comprising the Shiv Sena (UBT), Congress, and the Sharad Pawar-led NCP—and the Mahayuti alliance, which includes the BJP, Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction), and the Ajit Pawar-led NCP faction. The Election Commission of India has yet to announce the poll dates.

In the recent Lok Sabha elections, the MVA alliance gained momentum by securing a combined tally of 30 seats, with Shiv Sena (UBT) winning nine, Congress securing 13, and the NCP-SP alliance taking eight. Meanwhile, the Mahayuti alliance faced setbacks, with the BJP winning only nine seats, Shiv Sena securing seven, and the NCP winning just one, bringing their total to 17 seats.

Shaina NC Slams Uddhav Thackeray’s ‘Power Jihad’ Comment As ‘Childish’

August 4, 2024, 11:26 am

BJP leader Shaina NC fiercely responded to Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray’s ‘power jihad’ comment, labeling it as a ‘childish’ remark. Reacting to the statement, Shaina NC said, “What a childish statement this is. In a democracy, it is the voter that decides victory and defeat and let’s not forget that Uddhav Thackeray should be reminded of how his MPs got elected in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s name.”

The BJP leader also accused Thackeray of attempting to ‘backstab’ the BJP while in power, despite having secured votes under Prime Minister Modi’s name through a conspiracy. “When he was the chief minister, he chose to backstab the BJP despite getting the votes on PM Modi’s name by hatching a conspiracy and then saying that he would put Devendra Fadnavis in jail. Did Devendra Fadnavis go to jail? Absolutely not. Because it is the people’s blessings that these kind of statements do not succeed,” she said.

She further targeted Thackeray and said, “Also, understand when you have Pakistani flags that are seen at Thackeray’s meetings in Nashik and Mumbai, it shows what their ideology is. Balasaheb Thackeray would have never gone with the Congress for power.” Shaina NC also stated that the people of the state will support Prime Minister Modi and Devendra Fadnavis, ensuring that the BJP will return to power.

“So when you accuse certain people or get into polarising different castes and religions for a community that has lived harmoniously, let me please tell you that they will vote for the prime minister and Devendra Fadnavis in the state. BJP will come back to power. It is the Mahayuti that has given stability and security to all citizens without getting into this kind of divisive vote bank politics,” said the BJP leader. This reaction followed Home Minister Amit Shah’s earlier remarks at a BJP conclave.

On July 21, during a BJP conclave in Pune, Maharashtra, Amit Shah referred to the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance as an “Aurangzeb fan club” and accused Thackeray of leading it. On August 3, former chief minister and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray criticised Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, asserting that the political contest in Mumbai would determine whether he or the BJP remains in power. Thackeray made these remarks while addressing party workers in Pune, with Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut present.

Thackeray said, “Now the battle is in the field, I said in Mumbai ‘either I stay or you stay’. Here is a poster. In the photo, a Kalingad (Uddhav Thackeray calls Devendra Fadnavis watermelon) is placed at my feet. Some thought I challenged him (Devendra Fadnavis). But, you don’t challenge the clods, you have to crush them with your finger. You are not big enough for me to challenge.”

The state is expected to hold elections for its 288-member Legislative Assembly later this year, as the current government’s term concludes in 2024. However, the Election Commission has not yet set the election dates.

In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP’s seat count in Maharashtra fell to 9 from 23, with a vote share of 26.18%. Meanwhile, the Congress saw a slight increase in its seat count, securing 13 seats in the state.

Shiv Sena and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) secured seven and one seats, respectively, bringing the NDA’s total to 17 seats. Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) won nine seats, while the Nationalist Congress Party – Sharadchandra Pawar obtained eight seats.

Shiv Sena UBT’s Sanjay Raut: Devendra Fadnavis The ‘Villain’ Of Maharashtra Politics

June 6, 2024, 12:43 pm

Launching a scathing attack on Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, the Shiv Sena UBT leader Sanjay Raut labelled Fadnavis’ urge to relieve him from ministerial duties as a ‘gimmick’ and blamed him for BJP’s abysmal performance in Maharashtra.
He further claimed that the INDIA alliance can also form government in the centre upon arrival of right time.

Speaking about the Devendra Fadnavis resignation request, Raut said, “This is all gimmick which is very common in politics. Even Prime Minister Modi does the drama, sometimes he laughs and in other moments he is sad. Fadnavis is his student, doing the same drama.”
Blaming him for the BJP’s massive defeat in Maharashtra, he said, “Devendra Fadnavis is the villain of Maharashtra’s politics and the public of the state has denied his leadership. He is responsible for running the NDA (National Democratic Alliance) and the Bharatiya Janata Party in the state.

“Maharashtra has always been the state advocating for clean and diplomatic politics but Fadnavis brought cheap tactics and a culture of deceit which is the reason behind their defeat, he added.”

He further expressed his feelings on Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and said, “I have a major feeling that some people are trying to sideline Yogi Ji. We have always respected Baba Ji but it is a matter of his party.”

On speculations of RSS supporting the future NDA government, Raut asserted, “I don’t feel RSS will support Modi-Shah government, as they have been side-lining RSS since their rule.”
On questions of RSS seeking Nitin Gadkari or Ranjath Singh as an alternative, Raut iterated, “Wait and watch! I won’t say that the picture is yet not finished, instead, I’ll say the picture has just been initiated and there are a lot of things that will take place.”

Tackling the question of sitting as opposition, Raut mentioned, “This time public has mandated us to remove Modi Ji from the post of PM and establish INDIA alliance’s government. We will take the necessary actions into this matter when we’ll the right time has arrived.”

He further added, “Modi Ji’s government will not get re-established and somehow if it happens, then it won’t last for long.”

He also presented his views on the seat-sharing arrangements of the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance in the upcoming assembly elections in Maharashtra.

Addressing the media persons about the INDIA alliance and Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance, Raut said, “Don’t you think Shiv Sena (UBT) has played a major role in the increase of Congress’ votes? Not just Congress, but also Sharad Pawar’s NCP(SP).

“The increase in vote share of Congress and NCP (SP) was only possible due to the efforts of Shiv Sena (UBT) and Uddhav Thackeray. Would anyone have got seats if Shiv Sena (UBT) and Uddhav Thackeray hadn’t actively prepared and campaigned over the state? We have actively campaigned, especially in Baramati, Vidarbha and Ramtek. I myself have taken six rallies in Baramati.”

“There will be no dissonance in Maha Vikas Aghadi in terms of seat sharing in upcoming assembly elections and together we will work strongly to defeat Modi,” he added.

“Baramati, long considered a stronghold of the Pawar family, saw Supriya Sule of the NCP Sharad Pawar faction win the Lok Sabha elections in 2024. She secured victory with a substantial margin of 158,333 votes, defeating Sunetra Pawar of the NCP Ajit Pawar faction.

Earlier, in a press conference on Wednesday, Sanjay Raut, a Shiv Sena leader aligned with Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray’s faction, praised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and expressed the party’s support for his potential Prime Ministership. Raut stated, ‘If Rahul Gandhi is willing to lead, we see no reason to object. He has demonstrated his leadership on multiple occasions and is widely respected. We fully support him.’

In Maharashtra, the BJP-led NDA alliance secured only 17 seats, while the INDIA alliance clinched a significant 30 seats in the Lok Sabha Elections 2024.

The election results, announced on Tuesday by the Election Commission of India, revealed the BJP’s win of 240 seats, a notable decrease from its 2019 tally of 303. Meanwhile, the Congress displayed significant growth, winning 99 seats. The emergence of the INDIA bloc, surpassing 230 seats, presented formidable competition, defying earlier predictions.”

Priyanka Chaturvedi Slams BJP, Calls ED “Extortion Department” After Sanjay Singh’s Bail

April 2, 2024, 11:44 pm

Following Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh’s release on bail by the Supreme Court, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi criticized the BJP, alleging misuse of central agencies to suppress opposition leaders. She further stated that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has been transformed into the Extortion Department of the BJP.

Priyanka Chaturvedi said, “I welcome the decision of the Supreme Court. This shows that the BJP is misusing the central agencies to suppress and politically arrest opposition leaders. Sanjay Singh has got bail and he can get involved in his party affairs also. Enforcement Directorate has knelt down before BJP. ED has been reduced to the Extortion Department and an Extended Department of the BJP.”

Additionally, she mentioned that once he is released, he will express his perspective to the public.

“The BJP is afraid that it won’t cross 200 seats so it is using ED to arrest opposition leaders. CM Arvind Kejriwal has been elected by the people twice by a huge mandate. In Punjab the AAP is running a government. He is running the party since last 10 years and won two important states and still he is being treated in this way. Constitution does not stop him from performing his duties as CM,” she further said.

Earlier in the day, a bench led by Justice Sanjiv Khanna instructed the release of Sanjay Singh on bail while the trial in the money laundering case concerning irregularities in the excise policy is ongoing.

ED notified the apex court that it had no opposition to Singh being granted bail. The court noted that Sanjay Singh had spent six months in custody. He was detained by the Enforcement Directorate on October 4, 2023, in connection with the case. According to the ED, Sanjay Singh was accused of establishing a special purpose vehicle to launder the proceeds of crime linked to business resulting from the policy alterations, as allegedly plotted by him and his co-conspirators.

CAA implementation is an Election Agenda, says Shiv Sena (UBT)

March 12, 2024, 11:36 am

Shiv Sena (UBT) Spokesperson Anand Dubey offered a pointed critique, questioning the timing of the recent notification regarding the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), implying that the government had ample opportunity over the past decade to introduce it.

Dubey expressed his concerns, stating, “We are sitting in March 2024, if you wanted to bring a law, you had ten years, you could have brought the law. Now when the code of conduct will be imposed in 2-4 days, then you are bringing the law…Today you have implemented the Citizenship Amendment Act CAA, what will happen from this? There are elections ahead, that’s why you are doing all these things.”

Dubey insinuated that the abrupt implementation aims to sow seeds of chaos in the nation, potentially impacting the political landscape.

“BJP can do anything to win the elections. They don’t care about the promises made by them, this is all Jumlabazi. They don’t want to address the main issues such as inflation and unemployment in the country,” Dubey said.

Training guns at the BJP, he said, “Do you know the meaning of Ram Rajya? Shri Ram went to exile to fulfill the promises made by him, and you break parties, put people in jail?, talk about Vipaksh mukt bharat? These (implementation of CAA) are all tactics to win the elections, but the people of the country know everything.”

In alignment with Shiv Sena’s (UBT) viewpoint, Samajwadi Party MP ST Hassan characterized the center’s action as a diversionary tactic orchestrated by the BJP.

” This is just a tactic to distract the people. We have no objection to people being given citizenship but why has religion been defined in that. Are Muslims not being persecuted in the countries that has been spoken of in the act. In fact, the Ahmediyas are persecuted in all the three countries (Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bangladesh). The government should offer citizenship to all persecuted people. There can be inquiries done on the antecedents of those applying. The CAA is just setting the ground for the NRC where the people will have to prove that they are Indians” ST Hassan said.

DK Shivakumar, Karnataka’s Deputy Chief Minister, also raised concerns about the timing of the act’s implementation, expressing apprehensions that it could exacerbate communal tensions in the country.

“They brought it after a long time of more than three and a half years. They could have taken a decision earlier. Now is the time for elections, lot of communal issues may start. We want a peaceful country. This is not the right time. Also, it is not needed for this country,” he said.

Atishi, an AAP leader and Delhi Minister, also suspected a political motive behind the timing of the act’s implementation, particularly noting its occurrence just before the elections.

“Just a few days before the Lok Sabha elections, CAA is being brought. What does this show? This shows that Modi govt knows that they haven’t done any work in the last 10 years,” AAP leader Atishi said.

“The youth today is unemployed, there are no homes for the poor, inflation is increasing. Rather than bringing people from the neighbouring countries, why doesn’t he offer employment, provide home to the people of this country?” she said.

On Monday evening, the Union Home Ministry released regulations for enacting the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), coming just days before the announcement of the Lok Sabha elections schedule.

Introduced by the Narendra Modi government and ratified by Parliament in 2019, the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) seeks to grant Indian citizenship to persecuted non-Muslim migrants, such as Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, Buddhists, Parsis, and Christians, who fled from Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Afghanistan and entered India before December 31, 2014.

Sanjay Raut OF SENA (UBT) labels Poonch attack ‘Pulwama Repeat’

December 23, 2023, 5:22 am

Even as security forces continue their cordon and search Operations in Poonch after Thursday’s terror attack on an Army Convoy that killed four Army personnel, the Opposition parties have begun politicising the incident.Reacting to the terrorist attack in Poonch in which three Army personnel lost their lives Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut compared the incident with the Pulwama terror attack in 2019 questioned the motive of the central government after this attack.

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut said, “Yesterday’s terrorist attack in Poonch is a repeat of the Pulwama attack. The govt is sleeping. Do you(BJP) again want to do politics on the sacrifice by our jawans? Do you want to seek votes again in 2024 as you did in 2019 after the Pulwama terror attack? If we ask questions about the Poonch incident, then they will throw us out of Delhi or the country.”
Sanjay Raut further said that miscreants intruded into the Parliament but the government had no knowledge about it.

“The government is celebrating the abrogation of Article 370 and see what has happened. This is a serious issue. In the last two months just see how many soldiers have been killed. They don’t allow the Parliament to function. When we questioned Parliament’s intrusion they removed us from Parliament. If we question on Poonch attack they will throw us out of country,” he added.

Former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Farooq Abdullah said that terrorism has not ended in the Union Territory hours after four army soldiers were killed in a terrorist attack on two military vehicles in the Thanamandi area in the Rajouri sector on Thursday.
Speaking to ANI on Thursday in Srinagar about the latest terror attack, the National Conference President said,”…Even today there is terrorism in J&K, there has just been an incident. Terrorism has not ended. They (Central government) are only talking about boosting tourism in Kashmir. Even if one tourist gets shot, no one will come here.”

Security has been heightened at the Jammu-Rajouri-Poonch highway after the terrorist attack on two Army vehicles in the Thanamandi area in the Rajouri sector occurred on Thursday, which led to the killing of four Army personnel.Four Army personnel lost their lives while three others were injured in a terrorist attack on two military vehicles in the Th namandi area in the Rajouri sector in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday, an official said.The terrorists ambushed two army vehicles carrying troops in Thanamandi, Rajouri.

“At approximately 3:45 PM on December 21, two army vehicles carrying troops were moving to the operational site, which were fired upon by the terrorist. The fire was immediately retaliated upon by own troops,” an Army official said.

UBT Sena’s Sanjay Raut Calls Poonch Terror Attack a ‘Repeat of Pulwama,’ Opposition Criticizes

December 22, 2023, 12:30 pm

As security forces intensify cordon and search operations in Poonch after Thursday’s terror attack on an Army convoy, opposition parties are raising questions and politicizing the tragic incident.

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut drew parallels with the 2019 Pulwama terror attack, expressing concern over the government’s response. Raut questioned the motives of the central government and accused them of potential political exploitation. He said, “The government is sleeping. Do you (BJP) again want to do politics on the sacrifice by our jawans? If we ask questions about the Poonch incident, then they will throw us out of Delhi or the country.”

Raut further highlighted the intrusion into Parliament, criticizing the government’s lack of awareness. He raised serious concerns about the recent escalation in soldier casualties and emphasized the need for accountability.

Former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Farooq Abdullah, echoed the sentiment that terrorism persists in the Union Territory. Following the terrorist attack in Rajouri, Abdullah stated, “…Even today there is terrorism in J&K, there has just been an incident. Terrorism has not ended.” He criticized the central government’s focus on promoting tourism, emphasizing the urgent need for addressing security issues.

The attack on two military vehicles in the Thanamandi area of Rajouri resulted in the tragic loss of four Army personnel and injuries to three others. Security has been heightened along the Jammu-Rajouri-Poonch highway in response to the incident.

Opposition leaders are seizing on the Poonch attack to question the government’s handling of security challenges in the region. The tragic event is now becoming a focal point for political discourse, with concerns raised about the broader implications for national security and the need for a comprehensive strategy to counteract terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir.

Upcoming INDIA Bloc Meeting Confirmed by UBT Sena’s Sanjay Raut, Dates Fixed for Mid-December

December 6, 2023, 11:19 am

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut announced that the anticipated INDIA bloc meeting to deliberate over strategies and leadership will occur between December 16 and 18. Raut cited the unavailability of key leaders like Mamata Banerjee, MK Stalin, Nitish Kumar, and Akhilesh Yadav today due to prior commitments, prompting the rescheduling of the meeting.

“The India Alliance meeting was scheduled for today, but due to the engagements of prominent leaders, it has been rescheduled for December 16 or 18.” During this meeting, we hope to decide on the face and other details. The unity remains intact, and its impact will be felt in 2024,” Raut confirmed.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge had previously called for an INDIA bloc leaders’ meeting today, but several leaders, including Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, have expressed their inability to attend due to other obligations.

“Seat-sharing for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, which are four months away, remains a top priority.” “This gathering is significant, particularly in light of Congress’s losses in key states,” Raut added.

Priyanka Chaturvedi, another Shiv Sena (UBT) MP, echoed Raut’s sentiments, confirming that the meeting would convene shortly.

However, the BJP dismissed the India alliance as a mere photo opportunity. Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal suggested that remarks by leaders like Kamal Nath signaled the alliance’s superficial nature.

The Samajwadi Party, previously at odds with Congress over seat-sharing, expressed a softened stance, with spokesperson Rajinder Chaudhary stating that the recent election results would fortify the India bloc.

“Akhilesh Yadav highlighted that the recent poll results will strengthen the alliance, posing a concern for the BJP. The public sentiment is inclined toward change. In Uttar Pradesh, the PDA will triumph over the NDA on all 80 Lok Sabha seats,” Chaudhary emphasized.

Sanjay Raut reacts at Union minister claims of PoK will merge with India

September 12, 2023, 3:55 pm

VK Singh, a former Indian Army chief, predicted on Tuesday that Pakistan-occupied Kashmir would join with India on its own. Singh was responding to a query on Shia Muslim demands for the reopening of the Kargil border crossing with India.

“PoK will merge with India on its own, wait for some time,” Singh said at a press conference in Rajasthan’s Dausa during BJ’s Parivartan Sankalp Yatra programme. PoK is separated into two regions: Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan. According to the BBC, the population of PoK is roughly 4.5 million people. 97% are Muslims, with 3% belonging to other minorities such as Hindus and Christians.

In response to Singh’s remarks, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut stated that if the PoK joins India, the move will be applauded.

“We have always dreamed that there be an ‘Akhand Bharat’. We always say that PoK is ours. But when the former Army chief was holding the post, he should have tried then to make it ours. How can you do it now?” Raut told reporters.

Taking jibe at the Central government related to Manipur Raut further said, “We will welcome it if any effort is made towards that but before that, make Manipur peaceful.”

He went on to say that China has reached Manipur, Ladakh, and Arunachal Pradesh, and he begged the administration to put a stop to it first. Raut said that China had arrived in Manipur, and that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi had claimed that China had entered Ladakh and “taken our land.”