Shinde Calls For Unity As Sena–BJP Face Friendly Poll Clashes
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde downplayed tensions between Shiv Sena and the BJP during local body polls, urging allies to follow coalition dharma. He said the contests reflect local strategies, not rivalry, and denied any Mahayuti rift. Shinde emphasized development-focused campaigning and highlighted the long-standing ideological alliance between the parties.