Maharashtra minister Sanjay Shirsat condemned Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Wednesday for using abusive language against members of parliament [1].
The clash highlights the deepening instability within the Shiv Sena, where internal friction and accusations of betrayal are fueling a shift in power toward the Eknath Shinde-led faction [1], [2].
Shirsat addressed the remarks following reports that several MPs are suspected of planning to defect from the Uddhav-Thackeray faction [2]. He said the insulting language used by Raut was inappropriate and counterproductive to the party's stability [1].
According to Shirsat, the hostile tone adopted by Raut is actively driving lawmakers to leave the Shiv Sena (UBT) [1], [2]. He said such rhetoric creates an environment that encourages officials to seek alignment with the rival faction instead of resolving internal disputes through dialogue [2].
This public confrontation occurs as the political landscape in Maharashtra remains volatile, with both factions of the Shiv Sena competing for legitimacy and legislative numbers [1]. Shirsat said that the use of insults against colleagues does not serve the interests of the party or the public [2].
Sanjay Raut has not issued a formal response to these specific allegations as of Wednesday [1].
“Sanjay Shirsat condemned Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut for using abusive language against members of parliament.”
This dispute underscores the fragility of the Shiv Sena (UBT) coalition. When senior leaders publicly clash over the treatment of potential defectors, it signals a breakdown in party discipline and provides a psychological opening for the Shinde-led faction to recruit remaining members.
