Updated On: 21 June, 2025 02:19 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The party, founded by Bal Thackeray, experienced a division in June 2022 when Shinde instigated a rebellion that resulted in the downfall of the Maha Vikas Aghadi government led by Uddhav Thackeray. Since that time, the two factions have been embroiled in a contentious struggle to claim the founder's legacy and assert themselves as the "real Sena"

Sanjay Raut, leader of Shiv Sena (UBT). File Pic
Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has demonstrated the "real Shiv Sena" to all, as stated by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, eliciting a strong response from the Shiv Sena (UBT).
Sanjay Raut, a leader of Shiv Sena (UBT), asserted on Saturday that Shah's comment was an aggravation to the grievances of the Marathi community, reported news agency PTI.
Shah made his statement on Friday while acknowledging Shinde's presence at an event organised by the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture (MACCIA).