Thackeray Accuses Fadnavis of Shielding Corruption in Maharashtra Cabinet

Uddhav Thackeray, Shiv Sena (UBT) president, alleges that Maharashtra's CM Devendra Fadnavis is protecting corrupt cabinet ministers and questions the delay in appointing Leaders of Opposition. Thackeray cites videos of ministers with cash and seeks clarity on financial packages for farmers affected by extreme weather.

Shiv Sena (UBT) president Uddhav Thackeray has leveled serious allegations against Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, accusing him of shielding corrupt cabinet colleagues.

Speaking at Vidhan Bhavan in Nagpur, Thackeray expressed concerns over the delay in appointing Leaders of Opposition in the state legislature and highlighted the alleged involvement of ministers in corruption, citing videos as evidence.

He also questioned the status of financial aid for farmers affected by excessive rains, urging the state government to clarify its proposal to the Centre and focus on farmers' welfare in the legislative session.

(With inputs from agencies.)