ShivSena : Whose is the real Shiv Sena? Final battle on Balasaheb's birth anniversary
Whose is the real Shiv Sena, who will retain the bow and arrow party symbol, the legal battle between the Uddhav Thackeray and Eknath Shinde factions has now reached a decisive turn. Although the case ongoing in the Supreme Court is in its final stage, the hearing has been postponed once again. Now, this extremely important final hearing will begin on January 23, on the birth anniversary of Shiv Sena chief Balasaheb Thackeray, before the bench of Chief Justice Nya. Suryakant and Nya. Joymalya Bagchi.
In November 2025, the Supreme Court had made it clear that this case has been pending for a long time and there is a need for an immediate verdict. However, repeated postponements of the hearing have caused intense dissatisfaction within the Uddhav Thackeray faction. This conflict is not limited to legal matters alone, but is considered to be about the existence of Shiv Sena, the political legacy of Balasaheb Thackeray, and the future power dynamics in Maharashtra.
Intense Argument Among Lawyers
When the case was called for hearing in the Supreme Court on Wednesday, lawyers from both sides requested 5 hours each for final arguments. However, the hearing was postponed as the Solicitor General was busy with another important case. Finally, with the consent of both sides, it has been decided to hold the final hearing on Friday at 11 AM. There is a possibility of intense legal arguments on this day.
Impact on ZP Elections
Meanwhile, the hearing of the district council election case could not take place on Wednesday. The issue of exceeding the 50% reservation limit in 20 district councils, including Nagpur and Chandrapur, is linked to this case. The stay on the election schedule of the remaining 20 district councils and panchayat committees will continue until the Supreme Court's order is issued.
“Test of our patience”
After the hearing was postponed again, Uddhav Thackeray group's lawyer Asim Sarode reacted strongly. “Our patience is being tested. The 13 crore people of Maharashtra have been waiting for this verdict for two years. The Shinde group has betrayed and taken control of the party and the symbol,” he alleged seriously. Now, the hearing starting on Balasaheb Thackeray's birth anniversary is being watched by the entire country to see if it will be the most decisive day in Shiv Sena's history.