Uddhav Thackeray calls for ‘BJP-free’ Ram movement

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray has launched a 'BJP-Free' movement regarding the Ayodhya Ram temple, citing financial misappropriation. He also criticized the government's handling of protests at Jantar Mantar.
Why it matters
This highlights internal political friction in India regarding religious institutions and the government's response to civil unrest.
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray called for a “BJP-Free” Ram movement at his “ Ram Raksha Andolan ” (Save Ram Movement), which he conducted along with his party workers on Saturday (July 18, 2026), criticising the BJP-led Union government over alleged financial misappropriation at the Ayodhya Ram temple and the police action on protesters at Jantar Mantar.
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