Sena (UBT) rebellion speculation: BJP has no role in it, says Bawankule
Maharashtra BJP leader Chandrashekhar Bawankule has denied any involvement in alleged attempts to engineer defections within the Shiv Sena (UBT). The statement follows accusations from Sanjay Raut regarding an 'Operation Tiger' to buy MPs.
Why it matters
This highlights ongoing political instability and allegations of horse-trading within the Maharashtra state government.
Maharashtra BJP leader Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Wednesday (June 17, 2026) asserted that his party has nothing to do with any alleged attempt to engineer defections from the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT).
The article presents the BJP's denial alongside the accusations made by the opposition, maintaining a balanced reporting structure.
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