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In a bold political move, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has thrown down a challenge to Uddhav Thackeray, asking him to make Rahul Gandhi publicly praise Balasaheb Thackeray and Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. This statement adds fuel to the ongoing tensions between BJP and Shiv Sena (UBT), particularly over ideological differences and alliances.
Amit Shah’s comments aim to pressure Uddhav Thackeray, given his strong family ties to Balasaheb Thackeray, the founder of Shiv Sena, who remains an influential figure in Maharashtra’s politics. Balasaheb was known for his pro-Hindutva stance, a principle that his son Uddhav has been accused of diluting due to his alliance with Congress and NCP. Savarkar, another historic and polarizing figure in Indian freedom history, symbolizes Hindutva values that the BJP champions but Congress leaders like Rahul Gandhi have criticized.
Shah’s statement underlines BJP’s strategy to corner Shiv Sena (UBT) by appealing to the core ideology that once defined the Shiv Sena. This challenge could stir political debate in Maharashtra, especially as the BJP aims to reinforce its hold over the state’s pro-Hindutva voter base.
