Raj Thackeray seems to have upper hand in alliance moves with Uddhav, claim political analysts
Political analysts suggest Raj Thackeray of MNS is leveraging Shiv Sena (UBT)'s weakened state for a favorable alliance in upcoming civic polls. Uddhav Thackeray's need to consolidate Marathi votes after a split and poor election showing gives Raj leverage. Despite past bitterness and overlapping support bases, both cousins have shown willingness to unite for Marathi identity.
Political analysts suggest Raj Thackeray of MNS is leveraging Shiv Sena (UBT)'s weakened state for a favorable alliance in upcoming civic polls. Uddhav Thackeray's need to consolidate Marathi votes after a split and poor election showing gives Raj leverage. Despite past bitterness and overlapping support bases, both cousins have shown willingness to unite for Marathi identity.
