Maharashtra Politics: Uddhav Thackeray, the leader of Shiv Sena (UBT), has suffered a major setback as former MLA Rajan Salvi resigned from the party. He is set to join Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena.
Recently, leaders from Shinde’s camp claimed that many leaders from Uddhav’s group were in touch with them. Now, with Rajan Salvi’s resignation, questions are being raised about whether more leaders will leave Uddhav’s faction.
Rajan Salvi Resigns from Deputy Leader Post
Rajan Salvi, a former MLA from Ratnagiri district, resigned from his Deputy Leader position in Shiv Sena (UBT) on Wednesday (February 12).
- Salvi was known as a loyal supporter of Uddhav Thackeray.
- He was considered a trusted leader of Matoshree, Uddhav Thackeray’s residence.
When Will Rajan Salvi Join Shinde’s Shiv Sena?
Rajan Salvi is expected to officially join Eknath Shinde’s camp on Thursday (February 13) in the presence of Eknath Shinde.
- He has represented Shiv Sena in Ratnagiri district for several years.
- Salvi has strong support in the Konkan region, especially in Lanja, Rajapur, and Sakharpa areas.
Why Did Rajan Salvi Leave Uddhav Thackeray’s Party?
It is believed that Rajan Salvi was upset after a dispute with Vinayak Raut, another leader in Shiv Sena (UBT).
- When Uddhav Thackeray supported Vinayak Raut in the dispute, Salvi felt ignored and decided to leave the party.
- His departure is considered a big loss for Uddhav Thackeray’s faction in the Konkan region.
Rajan Salvi Lost the 2024 Assembly Elections
In the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly Elections, Rajan Salvi lost to Kiran Samant, a leader from Eknath Shinde’s faction.
- Kiran Samant is the brother of Uday Samant, a minister in the Maharashtra government.
- Reports suggest that Kiran Samant is unhappy with Rajan Salvi’s entry into Shinde’s camp.
This development could lead to more political shifts in Maharashtra politics in the coming days.
