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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
Thackerays were born, aged in Mumbai, but did nothing for its residents: CM Fadnavis
January 10, 2026 10:57 am
Earlier, Uddhav and Raj, in an interactive session, had slammed Fadnavis as an “outsider who does not understand the issues of Mumbai”.
Thackeray cousins hold first joint rally in Nashik, attack BJP
January 10, 2026 10:54 am
Nashik holds special importance for Raj as it was here that the MNS first came to power in the civic body in 2007.
Uddhav Thackeray interview: ‘BJP conspiring to push Marathis out of Mumbai … as long as I am there, they cannot capture it'
January 10, 2026 11:47 am
"Raj (Thackeray) and I were estranged, but Marathi identity, Hindutva, and Maharashtra were never abandoned by either of us ... We reunited for a cause," says Sena (UBT) president.
Uddhav Thackeray interview: 'When BJP does something, it’s Amar Prem, when we do it, it’s Love Jihad’
January 10, 2026 7:15 am
About the future of the INDIA bloc and MVA, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader tells The Indian Express: "There is confusion, I don’t deny …Hope things work out"
CMO should have Sharad Pawar's letter blaming Fadnavis govt for Koregaon Bhima violence: Uddhav Thackeray
January 09, 2026 12:16 am
Ambedkar's lawyer Kiran Kadam said he would be soon filing a fresh application requesting the commission to issue a notice to the CMO for producing the said letter.
Marathi vote battle heats up: BJP fumes over Uddhav jibe at Mumbai chief, says ‘insult to Konkan people’
January 06, 2026 3:59 pm
At a press conference on Sunday, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray referred to Mumbai BJP president Ameet Satam as ‘Chatam (lackey)’, sparking an uproar.
Uddhav & Raj bury hatchet but can they refresh Brand Thackeray for future?
December 27, 2025 7:39 am
Neither of them is a Bal Thackeray who would have taken the opportunity to galvanise the state. However, Raj and Uddhav can take a cue from M K Stalin or Mamata Banerjee on how to make regionalism more appealing in order to counter the BJP’s religionism
Mumbai to Marathi manoos: Amid reunion with Raj, why Uddhav invoked Samyukta Maharashtra
December 25, 2025 3:38 am
Stepping up their bids to woo Marathi voters ahead of BMC polls, Thackeray cousins pitch for Marathi unity and Mumbai’s legacy.
As Uddhav Sena & MNS tie up, MVA leaders say alliance won’t fall apart
December 24, 2025 10:27 pm
The Maharashtra Congress has been repeatedly emphasising that it won't have an alliance with Uddhav Sena if it joined hands with MNS.
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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