Shinde and Uddhav Sena's show of strength on Dussehra, challenge to gather crowd
Dussehra has always been a symbolic and powerful day in Maharashtra politics , especially for the Shiv Sena. This year, the event turned into a high-stakes political contest as both Eknath Shinde and Uddhav Thackeray prepared for their show of strength, each trying to prove dominance within the fractured party. According to political observers, the Dussehra rally has become more than just a tradition—it has become a direct challenge to gather crowd and display public loyalty. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who now leads the officially recognized Shiv Sena faction, is set to use the occasion to underline his control over the party’s name and symbol. His camp has been aggressively mobilizing supporters across districts, arranging transportation, and ensuring a visible presence of grassroots workers to showcase massive support. On the other side, Uddhav Thackeray is equally determined to retain the emotional connect with the Shiv Sena’s traditional voter base. His rally will focus on...