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The upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections are shaping up to be a heated battle, with the BJP and the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition engaging in a war of words. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, a key figure in the BJP, has launched a scathing attack on Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, accusing him of aligning with the Congress party, an organization Shah claims has disrespected both Balasaheb Thackeray and Veer Savarkar.
Shah's accusations stem from the MVA's coalition, which comprises the Shiv Sena (UBT), Congress, and NCP (SP) of Sharad Pawar. Shah asserts that this alliance lacks credibility, highlighting the ideological contradictions between the parties. He emphasizes that the Congress has historically opposed key initiatives like the Ram Mandir construction, the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, the Uniform Civil Code, and amendments to the Waqf board, all of which the BJP strongly supports. Furthermore, Shah challenges Thackeray to ask Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to speak positively about Veer Savarkar, a prominent figure in the Hindu nationalist movement, emphasizing the perceived disrespect shown towards prominent personalities associated with the Thackeray family.
During the launch of the BJP's manifesto for the Maharashtra elections, Shah emphasizes the party's commitment to fulfilling its pledges, contrasting it with the opposition's promises, which he labels as ideologically shallow and driven by appeasement. Shah's speech also addresses the contentious issue of minority reservations, pointing to a demand from an organization of Ulemas for reservations for minorities and the state Congress president's acknowledgement of this demand. He argues that the BJP's stance on reservations aligns with the Constitution, which does not allow for religious-based reservations, while criticizing the Congress for promising reservations before coming to power. This issue is likely to gain traction in the election campaign.
Shah's attack on the MVA coalition reflects the BJP's strategy of highlighting the ideological differences between the parties and emphasizing the importance of a strong and decisive government that aligns with the BJP's vision. The election campaign is expected to intensify, with both sides likely to focus on key issues like development, social welfare, and identity politics, in an attempt to sway voters in their favor. The outcome of the elections will have significant implications for Maharashtra's political landscape and the future of the BJP's national dominance.
The BJP's manifesto launch marks a key moment in the campaign, signifying the party's preparedness and its focus on key issues that resonate with the people of Maharashtra. The upcoming weeks are likely to witness a flurry of political activity, with both the BJP and the MVA attempting to mobilize their supporters and engage in strategic campaigning to secure victory in the crucial state election.
Source: 'Sitting with people who oppose Ram Mandir, CAA': Amit Shah's jibe at Uddhav Thackeray