Uddhav Thackeray Accuses BJP of 'Power Jihad' Amid Political Sparring

Uddhav Thackeray, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief, has accused the BJP of engaging in 'power jihad' by breaking political parties to form a government. Thackeray's remarks have sparked controversy, drawing sharp criticism from BJP leaders Amit Shah, Eknath Shinde, and Devendra Fadnavis. The political battle continues with accusations of intellectual bankruptcy and bribing voters.

Uddhav Thackeray, the Shiv Sena (UBT) chief, has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of engaging in 'power jihad' by breaking up political parties to form a government. Thackeray made these remarks during a rally in Pune on Saturday, intensifying the ongoing political conflict.

Thackeray's comments drew sharp criticism from BJP leaders, including Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Fadnavis labeled Thackeray a member of the 'Aurangzeb Fan Club,' while Shinde dismissed Thackeray's remarks as reflective of his 'intellectual bankruptcy.'

Addressing party workers, Thackeray also criticized the Shinde-led government for allegedly bribing voters through schemes disguised as welfare initiatives. He further accused the BJP of promoting a divisive version of Hindutva, contrasting it with the inclusive values of Chhatrapati Shivaji. The heated exchanges indicate a deepening rift in Maharashtra's political landscape.