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Uddhav loyalists complain about special treatment for political outsiders
Hindustan Times··2 Jul
Shiv Sena UBT loyalists expressed frustration that newcomers received preferential posts over long-term workers who stayed after the 2022 split, following Sachin Ahir's defection to Eknath Shinde's faction on June 30. Disgruntled workers noted Ahir joined the undivided Sena only seven years ago yet held several plum positions including MLC status and Pune district charge before switching sides.
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What It Means For You
- Maharashtra opposition strength may shrink further after serial defections.
- Party workers in Mumbai and Pune could see leadership reshuffles.
- Factional loyalty disputes affect INDIA bloc numbers in the state.
What's Happening
- UBT loyalists voiced anger over preferential treatment to outsiders.
- Sachin Ahir joined Shinde's faction on June 30.
- The complaint follows six UBT MPs defecting last week.
Factional History
- Shinde split the Shiv Sena in 2022 taking most MLAs.
- Ahir was a three-time MLA and former minister from Worli.
- Sanjay Raut called for introspection after Ahir's switch.
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