Goddess Bhavani will teach lessons to those who take her name but are dishonest: Shinde targets Uddhav Thackeray

Last week, the Election Commission (EC) issued a notice to the Shiv Sena (UBT) over the use of the words ‘Jai Bhavani’ in its campaign song stating that the usage of the word was objectionable. However, party chief Uddhav Thackeray dismissed the EC notice, calling it an “insult” to Maharashtra and said the party will not abide by the EC’s direction to remove references from the song.

“In 1989, Balasaheb had addressed a rally in Buldhana where he said the corruption-ridden Congress should be uprooted…Since then, people of Buldhana have been flying saffron here with pride and joy. In this election too, the public will teach a lesson to those who insulted Balasaheb,” said Shinde who was campaigning for Mahayuti candidate from Buldhana Prataprao Jadhav.

Further taking potshots at the MVA, Shinde said the Opposition will lose fighting each other and the ruling alliance will not have to do much.

Reacting to Aaditya Thackeray’s objectionable words against him, Shinde said, “Aaditya cannot stand that the son of a common farmer has become the Chief Minister. By insulting me, Aaditya has insulted the poor, the farmers’ mothers and sisters and my community.” “I will give him a befitting reply with my work,” said Shinde as he appealed to the people that they should answer the Opposition by voting for the Mahayuti candidate.

“The public will never tolerate the insult of Hinduism in this constituency, which was sanctified by the birth of Jijau. Goddess Bhavani will not forgive those who are using her name but are dishonest in reality. The public is well aware of the sheeps walking around wearing tiger skins,” said Shinde.

The Maharashtra CM further criticised Thackeray for adopting a language reminiscent of the Congress party, suggesting a departure from the principles championed by Balasaheb Thackeray. He accused Thackeray of abandoning Balasaheb Thackeray’s values in pursuit of power, highlighting the government’s efforts to uplift all communities, including Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs, and Christians.

“The government has augmented the funds for Maulana Azad Corporation from Rs 30 crore to Rs 500 crore, striving to ensure justice for all communities. Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs, and Christians—all deserve equitable opportunities to thrive and integrate into the mainstream. The government’s objective is their prosperity.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has initiated numerous schemes, benefitting the Muslim community at the national level. Conversely, the Congress historically exploited the Muslim community solely as a vote bank, perpetuating their impoverishment,” said the Chief Minister.

Addressing allegations of constitutional changes by the Opposition, Shinde cited examples of collaboration across different administrations and affirmed that the government remains steadfast in its commitment to Maharashtra’s development and unity.