Speculation of a fresh rebellion within Shiv Sena (UBT) intensified after six Lok Sabha MPs skipped a crucial parliamentary party meeting in New Delhi. The party had issued a mandatory whip, and the absence of the MPs has fueled rumours of a possible switch to the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction. Party leaders have warned of disciplinary and legal action, while Congress has accused the BJP of engineering defections for political gain. The political battle over the alleged "Operation Tiger" has now sparked a major showdown in Maharashtra politics.

Shiv Sena (UBT) faces defection rumors as MP Sanjay Deshmukh meets a rival leader, while Uddhav Thackeray assures MPs are committed to the party. | Mumbai news

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut asserts all MPs support Uddhav Thackeray amid "Operation Tiger" speculation and plans "Operation Wolf."

Shiv Sena UBT is on the brink of another split. At least six Lok Sabha MPs are preparing to form a separate group. Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde is seeking approval from BJP…

Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders are projecting party unity amidst intense speculation about MPs potentially breaking away. Party officials state no MP has officially communicated plans to…

Political turmoil escalates as Shiv Sena (UBT) splits and Samajwadi Party faces defections, intensifying opposition challenges.