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Mumbai Police Meet Raj Thackeray Ahead of Tricolour March

Mumbai DCPs meet MNS chief, discuss security and permission for Sunday's march

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sat, 25 July 2026 at 12:58 pm
Mumbai Police Meet Raj Thackeray Ahead of Tricolour March

Mumbai Deputy Commissioners of Police Mahendra Pandit and Jayant Mane met Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray on Saturday to discuss security and permission issues related to the proposed Tricolour March on Sunday. The march, which will begin at Shivaji Park in Dadar and conclude at Siddhivinayak Temple, is a joint protest organised by the Thackeray cousins in support of NEET protesters and to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

The meeting between the police officials and Raj Thackeray comes as the city gears up for the march, which is expected to draw a large crowd. The Mumbai Police have not yet approved the march, and the meeting was likely held to discuss the logistics and security arrangements for the event.

Raj Thackeray has urged citizens to join the march, which he described as a 'Tricolour March' to protest against the Central government and the actions of the Delhi Police. He also emphasized that the march is apolitical and will not feature any party flags or slogans in support of political leaders.

The march is being held to support the students who are protesting against the chaos in the NEET exam and the government's attempts to crush their agitation. Raj Thackeray has stated that the march is to show solidarity with the students and their families, and to demonstrate that the entire state of Maharashtra stands behind them.

The Tricolour March is scheduled to take place on Sunday, July 27, and is expected to draw a large crowd. The Mumbai Police are likely to deploy a large contingent of personnel to maintain law and order during the event.

The meeting between the police officials and Raj Thackeray is a significant development, as it indicates that the authorities are taking the march seriously and are working to ensure that it passes off peacefully. The march is being seen as a major test for the Mumbai Police, who will have to balance the right to protest with the need to maintain law and order.

In the run-up to the march, there have been reports of tensions in the city, with visuals of police personnel and MNS workers circulating on social media. However, it is hoped that the meeting between the police officials and Raj Thackeray will help to ease tensions and ensure a peaceful outcome.

The Tricolour March is a significant event, not just for Mumbai but for the entire state of Maharashtra. It is a demonstration of the power of citizen activism and the importance of standing up for what is right. As the city gears up for the march, it is hoped that it will pass off peacefully and will help to bring attention to the issues faced by the students and their families.

In conclusion, the meeting between the Mumbai Police and Raj Thackeray is a significant development in the run-up to the Tricolour March. The march is an important event that highlights the issues faced by students and the need for citizen activism. It is hoped that the event will pass off peacefully and will help to bring about positive change.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Tricolour March in Mumbai?

The Tricolour March is a joint protest organised by the Thackeray cousins in support of NEET protesters and to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

Where will the Tricolour March take place?

The march will begin at Shivaji Park in Dadar and conclude at Siddhivinayak Temple.

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