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Uddhav Thackeray
Uddhav Thackeray is a prominent Indian politician and former Chief Minister of Maharashtra. Born on July 27, 1960, he is the son of Bal Thackeray, the founder of the Shiv Sena, a right-wing Marathi regional political party. Uddhav took over the reins of the party after his father’s death in 2012, despite initial speculation that his cousin Raj Thackeray would succeed Bal Thackeray.
Uddhav's leadership style is seen as more moderate compared to his father’s fiery and often controversial approach. Under his guidance, the Shiv Sena shifted focus from aggressive Hindutva rhetoric to more inclusive politics, especially after forming alliances with ideologically divergent parties. This was evident in 2019 when Uddhav broke away from the BJP-led alliance post the Maharashtra Assembly elections, citing differences over power-sharing. In a dramatic political move, he aligned with the Congress and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) to form the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition, assuming the role of Chief Minister from November 2019 until June 2022.
During his tenure as CM, Uddhav faced numerous challenges, from the COVID-19 pandemic to political turbulence within his coalition. His administration was praised for its handling of the pandemic in its early stages but also faced criticism on issues like the lockdown’s economic impact and handling of dissent.
In 2022, a rebellion within the Shiv Sena led by senior leader Eknath Shinde resulted in the fall of the MVA government. Uddhav's role as Shiv Sena chief was further challenged as Shinde claimed the original party name and symbol, leading to a split within the Sena. Despite the setbacks, Uddhav continues to be a key figure in Maharashtra politics, steering his faction of the Shiv Sena toward new alliances.
Uddhav's leadership style is seen as more moderate compared to his father’s fiery and often controversial approach. Under his guidance, the Shiv Sena shifted focus from aggressive Hindutva rhetoric to more inclusive politics, especially after forming alliances with ideologically divergent parties. This was evident in 2019 when Uddhav broke away from the BJP-led alliance post the Maharashtra Assembly elections, citing differences over power-sharing. In a dramatic political move, he aligned with the Congress and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) to form the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition, assuming the role of Chief Minister from November 2019 until June 2022.
During his tenure as CM, Uddhav faced numerous challenges, from the COVID-19 pandemic to political turbulence within his coalition. His administration was praised for its handling of the pandemic in its early stages but also faced criticism on issues like the lockdown’s economic impact and handling of dissent.
In 2022, a rebellion within the Shiv Sena led by senior leader Eknath Shinde resulted in the fall of the MVA government. Uddhav's role as Shiv Sena chief was further challenged as Shinde claimed the original party name and symbol, leading to a split within the Sena. Despite the setbacks, Uddhav continues to be a key figure in Maharashtra politics, steering his faction of the Shiv Sena toward new alliances.
UDDHAV THACKERAY NEWS
Supreme Court seeks Lok Sabha Speaker’s response on Sena (UBT) MPs merger
July 23, 2026 3:58 am
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Arvind Ganpat Sawant, who filed the writ petition, argued that the merger order was signed by a joint secretary and not by the Lok Sabha Speaker.
‘Save our democracy’: Shiv Sena (UBT) moves Supreme Court against MPs’ merger
July 22, 2026 1:11 pm
On July 18, two days before the Monsoon Session began, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla recognised the merger of six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs with the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena.
'Hope I get justice now': Shinde Sena's Shrirang Barne asserts claim to Union Cabinet berth
July 15, 2026 11:48 pm
Shiv Sena MP Shrirang Barne said his seniority entitles him to a berth in the Union Cabinet, as party chief Eknath Shinde presses Amit Shah for two more ministerial positions.
‘What's wrong in replacing him?': Uddhav seeks education minister Pradhan's resignation over NEET
July 13, 2026 4:25 pm
The Shiv Sena (UBT) chief backed the CJP's anti-NEET protest and urged both Rahul Gandhi and BJP leaders to join the agitation
Uddhav Thackeray slams BJP over Ram Mandir funds row, announces agitation
July 03, 2026 5:05 pm
‘Ram Mandir funds may have been diverted to engineer defections,’ says Sena UBT chief Uddhav Thackeray.
Blow to Uddhav Sena: Aaditya Thackeray aide Sachin Ahir joins Eknath Shinde
July 01, 2026 3:07 am
Shiv Sena (UBT) MLC Sachin Ahir on Tuesday filed a nomination for the Legislative Council deputy chairman post as a Mahayuti candidate.
Uddhav Thackeray backs Devendra Fadnavis for PM, then adds a BJP caveat
June 29, 2026 4:43 pm
Uddhav Thackeray also claimed Amit Shah wants to hoist Eknath Shinde as the chief minister of Maharashtra.
Uddhav Thackeray calls BJP ‘Babar Janata Party’, says 'Op tiger' targeted Fadnavis
June 28, 2026 7:36 pm
Uddhav Thackeray said that the history of Parbhani shows that whomever Shiv Sena nominated as a candidate, the public always elected them.
From Shivraj Chouhan to Fadnavis, BJP clips wings of ‘PM candidates’: Uddhav
June 28, 2026 5:08 pm
Referring to the theft at the Ayodhya Ram temple, Uddhav Thackeray alleges the BJP has become a ‘Babar Janata Party’ and is looting the temple.
Inside Track: Arming Himself For Alliance
June 28, 2026 6:57 am
The coup in “coaxing” six Sena MPs from Uddhav Thackeray’s camp to switch to Eknath Shinde’s side was a six-month operation, culminating in the six being flown in a chartered plane from Pune, Nanded and Mumbai to Delhi, where they stayed at the Leela Palace Hotel.
UDDHAV THACKERAY PHOTOS
Shinde faction wins Shiv Sena party name, symbol; Uddhav camp protests
February 18, 2023 9:24 pm
The ECI Friday recognised Shinde faction as the real Shiv Sena and granted them the permission to use the name 'Shiv Sena' and the bow and arrow symbol for their party.
Huge crowd pours in for MVA's Halla Bol rally as leaders demand removal of Maharashtra Guv
December 17, 2022 10:08 pm
Sena vs Sena: Uddhav, Shinde factions hold massive Dussehra rallies in Mumbai
October 06, 2022 11:40 am
Lata Mangeshkar laid to rest: PM Modi, Uddhav, Fadnavis pay last respects
February 06, 2022 10:25 pm
Singing legend Lata Mangeshkar passed away in the morning due to post-Covid-19 complications. She was 92. Her condition had deteriorated on Saturday and she was put on ventilator support in a critical condition.
Protests erupt over Union Minister Narayan Rane's 'slap Thackeray' remark
August 24, 2021 11:14 pm
At least three FIRs were registered against the Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Narayan Rane in Raigad, Pune, and Nashik districts.
Preparations in full swing at Shivaji Park for Uddhav Thackeray's 'Maha' swearing-in
November 28, 2019 10:06 am
Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray will take oath as the new Chief Minister of Maharashtra on November 28.
Uddhav Thackeray meets Governor; Maharashtra Assembly sessions begins
November 27, 2019 2:19 pm
Thackeray, to be sworn-in as CM on Thursday, was accompanied by wife Rashmi. The Shiv Sena chief will be the first from the Thackeray family to be sworn in as the chief minister.
Maharashtra government formation: NCP says consensus reached, Uddhav Thackeray to be CM
November 22, 2019 10:22 pm
Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress are expected to stake claim to form the new government in Maharashtra.
Lok Sabha elections 2019: Amit Shah holds road show before filing nomination for Gandhinagar seat
March 30, 2019 12:14 pm
With just 11 days left for the Lok Sabha elections to kick off, leaders from major political parties are busy taking trips across the country in an effort to reach out to as many voters as possible. Gujarat will go to polls on April 23 in a single phase.
Uddhav Thackeray visits temple in Lonavla with his MLAs
November 05, 2014 10:56 am
Shiv Sena president Uddhav Thackeray visited the temple of his family deity near Lonavala with 63 of his newly elected MLAs on Tuesday (November 4).
UDDHAV THACKERAY VIDEOS
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June 22, 2020 6:04 pm
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