Shiv Sena (UBT) members of parliament have dismissed reports of internal discord and affirmed their unity following a meeting with party chief Uddhav Thackeray [1].
The display of solidarity comes as the party faces speculation regarding "Operation Tiger," a rumored effort to create instability within the party ranks. Maintaining a united front is critical for the party's leverage in legislative proceedings and its standing within the broader political alliance.
Party leadership said that all nine MPs [1] remain committed to the party's current direction. The meeting served as a mechanism for Thackeray to take stock of party strength amid the ongoing rumors [2].
Attendance at the gathering was split across multiple formats to ensure full participation. According to party records, four MPs attended in person, four joined virtually, and one MP participated by phone [2].
Aaditya Thackeray, a party MLA, was also present during the meeting [2]. The gathering aimed to neutralize whispers of defection or disagreement that had circulated in political circles recently.
While the party has not released a detailed transcript of the discussions, the collective appearance of the nine MPs was intended to signal stability. The party continues to navigate a complex political landscape in Maharashtra, where party loyalty is often challenged by shifting alliances.
“All nine MPs remain united”
The strategic emphasis on unity suggests that Shiv Sena (UBT) is vulnerable to poaching or internal fragmentation, typical of the volatile political climate in Maharashtra. By publicly accounting for every single MP—including those joining by phone—the party is attempting to preemptively shut down 'Operation Tiger' rumors that could embolden opponents or shake the confidence of its allies.
