: While Bhushan Desai has joined the Shinde camp, his father, Subhash Desai—a senior advisor to Uddhav Thackeray and a trustee of Saamana —has reaffirmed his "unconditional loyalty" to the Thackeray family.
The political landscape of Maharashtra has shifted once again as , son of veteran Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and close Thackeray aide Subhash Desai , officially joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena . This move is being viewed as a significant blow to Uddhav Thackeray, coming from within the family of one of his most trusted loyalists. Key Highlights of the Defection : While Bhushan Desai has joined the Shinde
: Bhushan stated that he was inspired by Chief Minister Shinde’s work ethics and his commitment to carrying forward the Hindutva ideology of Balasaheb Thackeray. Key Highlights of the Defection : Bhushan stated
Major Jolt for Uddhav Thackeray: Bhushan Desai Joins Shinde Faction : While Bhushan Desai has joined the Shinde
: Leaders like Aaditya Thackeray have downplayed the move, suggesting that those who wish to go to the "washing machine" (a reference to seeking political protection) are free to do so, emphasizing that the senior Desai remains firmly with them. Onion Price Crisis: Farmers on the Warpath