Yesterday’s Offer, Today’s Meeting: Is Maharashtra Politics Set for Another Twist?
The meeting between Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray has stirred Maharashtra politics. Just a day earlier, Fadnavis had extended an offer to join hands. Their unexpected meeting has now intensified the political heat in the state.
National News: The wind in the political corridors of Maharashtra seems to have changed. There is a lot of talk about political change. The reason is the meeting between CM Devendra Fadnavis and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray. On Thursday, Shiv Sena Thackeray faction chief Uddhav Thackeray met Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Shiv Sena Thackeray faction leader Aditya Thackeray was also present on this occasion. The two leaders discussed for about half an hour. This important meeting took place in the chamber of Legislative Council Chairman Ram Shinde.
Fadnavis-Uddhav Meet Fuels Speculation
Just a day before this meeting, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis had given a big offer to Uddhav Thackeray. He had said that there is scope for you here; you can come. Now after Fadnavis' offer, a meeting took place between Uddhav Thackeray and Devendra Fadnavis today, which is being discussed a lot in political circles. During the meeting, Uddhav Thackeray also presented a book titled 'Why is Hindi mandatory?' to Fadnavis. According to the information that has come out, the post of Leader of Opposition, the trilingual formula, and mandatory Hindi were discussed in this meeting.
What Did Fadnavis Offer?
The occasion was the farewell ceremony of the leader of the opposition in the Legislative Council, Ambadas Danve. During this, Fadnavis wished Danve well. He also said, Uddhav ji, there is no scope for you till 2029. If you want, come to us. Fadnavis gave such a direct offer to Uddhav Thackeray.
I welcomed the offer
On the other hand, the same night, former minister of the Thackeray faction Aditya Thackeray and Devendra Fadnavis were seen suddenly coming face-to-face in a program. Then Aditya commented on this offer. Aditya Thackeray said, When you made the offer, I stood up to welcome you. On this, Devendra Fadnavis laughed and said, I was joking.
What Did Uddhav Say?
After Danve's farewell ceremony, Uddhav Thackeray met the media. During this, he was asked about the offer made by Chief Minister Fadnavis, to which Uddhav replied, These things were said in a joking manner in the Vidhan Sabha Bhavan, and those things should be taken in a joking manner only.
