Sanjay Raut Defends Abusive Remarks Amid Shiv Sena (UBT) Internal Tensions
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut sparked controversy by using abusive language against alleged rebel MPs amid speculation of defections to the Eknath Shinde faction. Raut defended his remarks as common in Marathi political discourse and urged media to air them uncensored. Party MP Anil Desai supported Raut, saying the comments were not aimed at individuals. Critics, including BJP spokesperson Navnath Ban and Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam, condemned the language as inappropriate and indicative of internal party strife. The situation highlights ongoing tensions within Shiv Sena (UBT).