The Shiv Sena (UBT) faction, led by Uddhav Thackeray, is actively seeking Muslim support for upcoming elections, particularly the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) polls. This strategy aims to counter the BJP's dominance and revive a Marathi-Dalit-Muslim voter combination, a shift from the party's historical stance. Insiders suggest fielding more Muslim candidates in areas with significant Muslim populations to secure crucial votes, as the party believes this demographic's support is vital for electoral success in Mumbai.