On June 14, 2026, Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) chief Uddhav Thackeray convened a significant meeting at his residence, Matoshree, to discuss party matters and address recent political developments. Out of the nine Shiv Sena (UBT) Lok Sabha MPs, four attended the meeting in person: Arvind Sawant, Anil Desai, Sanjay Dina Patil, and Rajabhau Waje. The remaining five MPs—Bhavana Gawli, Pratap Jadhav, Rajendra Gavit, Hemant Godse, and Rahul Shewale—joined the meeting virtually. Notably, these five MPs also did not attend Aditya Thackeray’s birthday celebrations the previous day, further fueling speculation about their commitment to the party.
In response to the absences, Shiv Sena (UBT) senior leader and MP Sanjay Raut addressed the situation, emphasizing that all nine MPs participated in the meeting, either physically, virtually, or through phone calls. He dismissed rumors of any internal rift, stating, “All nine MPs are together.” ([news.webindia123.com](https://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20260614/4462367.html?utm_source=openai))
This situation echoes events from June 2022, when a significant political crisis unfolded within the Shiv Sena. During that period, Eknath Shinde, a senior leader, led a rebellion that resulted in the defection of a majority of Shiv Sena MLAs to the BJP. This move led to the formation of a new coalition government, with Shinde sworn in as Chief Minister on June 30, 2022. Uddhav Thackeray resigned from his position as Chief Minister ahead of a no-confidence motion.
The recent absences have reignited discussions about the stability of the Shiv Sena (UBT) faction. Observers are closely monitoring the party’s upcoming events, particularly the Shiv Sena Foundation Day on June 19, to gauge the unity and direction of the party. The leadership’s ability to address internal concerns and maintain cohesion will be crucial in determining the party’s future trajectory.
As the political landscape continues to evolve, the Shiv Sena (UBT) faces the challenge of navigating internal dynamics while addressing external pressures. The coming days are expected to be pivotal in shaping the party’s path forward.
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