Uddhav Thackeray, leader of Shiv Sena (UBT), has strongly criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for divisive tactics and societal poisoning. In his address to party workers, he called for countering BJP’s ‘Jai Shri Ram’ slogan with ‘Jai Shivaji, Jai Bhavani,’ emphasizing unity and a challenge to BJP’s political agenda.

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• Uddhav Thackeray criticized BJP for dividing society and creating tensions.
• He urged his followers to counter ‘Jai Shri Ram’ with ‘Jai Shivaji, Jai Bhavani.’
• Thackeray stressed that anyone chanting ‘Jai Shri Ram’ must also say ‘Jai Shivaji’ and ‘Jai Bhavani.’
• He accused the BJP of poisoning society and vowed to challenge their actions.
• Thackeray questioned BJP’s patriotic stance, citing their changing position on international sports.
• He pointed out BJP’s shift from opposing cricket matches with Pakistan to now playing with Pakistan and Bangladesh.
• Thackeray reacted to CM Devendra Fadnavis’s comments on project continuity.
• He suggested Fadnavis follow his example by implementing farmer loan waivers and increasing funds for Shiv Bhojan and Ladki Bahin schemes.
• Thackeray defended his decision to pause certain projects during his tenure, like the Metro 3 carshed.
• The Metro 3 carshed site issue remains contentious between BJP and Thackeray’s faction, with Thackeray preferring Kanjur Marg over Aarey.