Updated On: 26 December, 2025 11:10 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed
Former Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) leader Prakash Mahajan on Friday joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, just two weeks before the BMC Elections 2026. Pics/X

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Mahajan had been associated with the Raj Thackeray-led MNS since its formation in 2006
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He had quit the MNS earlier this year, citing differences with the party leadership

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His induction into the Shiv Sena took place at the party’s headquarters in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde
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Speaking to reporters after joining the party, Mahajan said he had not sought any post or election ticket

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He said his decision was motivated by the desire to strengthen Hindutva and uphold the ideology of Balasaheb Thackeray
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