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Thackeray Cousins Spotted Together at Family Wedding, Sparking Speculation of Political Reconciliation


In a rare moment of interaction, Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray, the estranged cousins and long-time political rivals, were seen speaking to each other at a family wedding on Sunday, fueling speculation about a possible political alliance. The two, who have leveled personal attacks against each other for years, met at the wedding of Raj Thackeray's nephew, Yash Deshpande, in Dadar, Mumbai.
This unexpected encounter follows Raj Thackeray’s appearance at Uddhav’s nephew’s wedding just a week earlier, marking another instance where the two have crossed paths at family functions. The Thackeray cousins, who parted ways politically in 2006, have maintained a strained relationship since then, with Raj breaking away to form his own party, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS).
At the wedding, Raj, along with his family—his mother Kunda, wife Sharmila, daughter Urvashi, son Amit, and daughter-in-law Mitali—were present as the maternal uncle of the groom. Uddhav Thackeray attended the event with his wife Rashmi, and the two cousins exchanged cordial greetings. Other members of the extended Thackeray family, including Uddhav's estranged former sister-in-law Smita Thackeray, were also in attendance.
Talk of Political Reunion Intensifies
The family reunion comes on the heels of growing speculation that the two cousins might reconcile for political gain. The speculation gained traction after Raj Thackeray attended the wedding reception of Shounak Patankar, Rashmi Thackeray’s nephew, on December 15.
Though Raj and Uddhav arrived at different times and did not meet at the event, sources indicated that Raj had a private meeting with Rashmi and her mother. “Raj came to the wedding out of love and family ties,” said Shridhar Patankar, Rashmi’s brother.
Both the MNS and Shiv Sena (UBT) are reportedly considering a political partnership ahead of Maharashtra’s civic elections, particularly the high-stakes BMC (Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation) elections.
After a poor performance in the recent state assembly elections, activists within both parties are hopeful that a Thackeray reunion could consolidate Marathi votes and present a united front. Some political analysts suggest that the two parties are diluting each other’s voter base and must reconcile for the sake of the Marathi community.
Background of the Thackeray Rift
The rift between Uddhav and Raj Thackeray dates back to 2006, when Raj broke away from Shiv Sena to form MNS. Since then, Uddhav's Shiv Sena (UBT) has consistently referred to MNS as a "vote cutter." Despite occasional attempts at reconciliation, including during the civic elections, the cousins’ relationship has remained fraught with tension.
Raj Thackeray has expressed frustration over the way Shiv Sena handled his departure and even claimed that efforts to reunite had never been pursued seriously. In the 2019 elections, the MNS refrained from fielding a candidate against Aaditya Thackeray, Uddhav’s son, as a gesture of respect to the Thackeray family.
However, the situation took a turn in the 2024 elections when Shiv Sena (UBT) decided to contest against Raj's son Amit Thackeray, a move that further deepened the divide.
Both parties performed poorly in the recent assembly elections, with Shiv Sena (UBT) winning only 20 seats and MNS failing to secure any. This dismal performance has added fuel to the theory that a political alliance could be an astute strategy to revive their fortunes in upcoming elections.
The Road Ahead
The Thackeray cousins' unexpected meeting at a family wedding has certainly stirred up political gossip, and it remains to be seen if this gesture marks the beginning of a political thaw. With the 2024 civic elections around the corner, the dynamics within Maharashtra’s political landscape could be poised for a significant shift.
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