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Sanjay Nirupam criticizes Uddhav Thackeray's movement, says it's to protect his party

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sun, 19 July 2026 at 03:19 pm
Shiv Sena Spokesperson Slams Uddhav Thackeray's Ram Raksha Movement

A significant development has taken place in the Shiv Sena party, with spokesperson Sanjay Nirupam launching a scathing attack on party chief Uddhav Thackeray's Ram Raksha Movement.

On Sunday, Nirupam spoke to reporters, stating that Uddhav Thackeray and his group are using the Ram Raksha Movement as a pretext to protect their shrinking faction. He claimed that the party has lost the public's faith and is continuously falling apart.

Nirupam's comments came after Uddhav Thackeray, along with Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray, visited the Ram Mandir in Nagpur's Ram Nagar. The visit was part of the Ram Raksha Movement, which is linked to the alleged Ram Mandir donation theft.

The Shiv Sena spokesperson further highlighted the party's core ideology of Hindutva, which he alleged the Thackerays abandoned in 2019 after joining hands with the Congress. He stated that Uddhav Thackeray is now taking the name of Ram only because his party is collapsing.

Uddhav Thackeray, however, responded to the allegations, stating that it is his duty to protect the Ram Temple and its donations. He questioned how the temple's coffers are being looted and asked if this is the 'Hindu Rashtra' that was desired.

The Ram Raksha Movement was held at the Ram Mandir in Nagpur on Saturday, where Uddhav Thackeray and party workers recited the Ram Raksha Stotra to protest against the alleged embezzlement of Ayodhya Ram Temple donations.

The movement has sparked a heated debate within the party, with some leaders questioning Uddhav Thackeray's intentions. The development is significant, as it highlights the internal conflicts within the Shiv Sena party.

The Shiv Sena party has been facing internal conflicts and power struggles, which have led to a decline in its popularity. The party's decision to join hands with the Congress in 2019 was seen as a betrayal of its core ideology of Hindutva.

The Ram Raksha Movement is seen as an attempt by Uddhav Thackeray to revive the party's image and reconnect with its Hindu voter base. However, the movement has been met with criticism from within the party, with some leaders questioning its authenticity.

The development is likely to have significant implications for the Shiv Sena party and its future in Maharashtra politics. The party's internal conflicts and power struggles are expected to continue, with some leaders calling for a change in leadership.

In conclusion, the Shiv Sena spokesperson's criticism of Uddhav Thackeray's Ram Raksha Movement highlights the internal conflicts within the party. The development is significant, as it showcases the party's struggles to maintain its relevance and popularity in Maharashtra politics.

The Ram Raksha Movement is a crucial test for Uddhav Thackeray's leadership, and its success or failure will have significant implications for the party's future. The movement's outcome will be closely watched by political analysts and observers, who will be eager to see how it affects the party's fortunes in the state.

For Mumbai residents, the development is significant, as it highlights the internal conflicts within one of the city's major political parties. The Shiv Sena party has a significant presence in Mumbai, and its internal conflicts are likely to have an impact on the city's politics.

The development is also likely to have implications for the city's Hindu community, who have traditionally been a key voter base for the Shiv Sena party. The party's attempts to reconnect with its Hindu voter base through the Ram Raksha Movement are likely to be closely watched by the community, who will be eager to see if the party can regain its lost ground.

In the end, the outcome of the Ram Raksha Movement will be crucial in determining the future of the Shiv Sena party in Mumbai and Maharashtra politics. The party's ability to resolve its internal conflicts and reconnect with its voter base will be key to its success, and the development will be closely watched by political analysts and observers in the city.

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