'Don’t View It Politically': Says Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis On Raj-Uddhav Birthday Meet At Matoshree
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis urged people not to interpret the recent meeting between Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray through a political lens.

Shiv Sena (UBT) Leader Uddhav Thackeray Meets Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis |
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis urged people not to interpret the recent meeting between Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray through a political lens.
Speaking to the media, Fadnavis said, “Raj Thackeray went to wish Uddhav Thackeray on his birthday. It’s a matter of happiness. Why should we view it politically? We also extend our best wishes to Uddhav ji.”
The chief minister’s clarification came in response to the buzz surrounding Raj Thackeray’s visit to Matoshree, Uddhav Thackeray’s residence, which took place on the latter’s 65th birthday.
What’s in the Heart of Maharashtra Will Be Seen Again: Fadnavis
Commenting on the upcoming local body elections, Fadnavis added, “You saw what’s in the heart of Maharashtra during the Assembly elections. You will see it again in the upcoming local polls. Just because something is in the mind of a leader of a particular party doesn’t mean it reflects the sentiments of all of Maharashtra.”
His statement was seen as a subtle response to growing speculations around the potential political implications of the Thackeray brothers' renewed rapport.
Birthday Bonding: Raj Thackeray Visits Matoshree
On Sunday, visuals of Raj Thackeray visiting Matoshree surfaced on social media, with Shiv Sena (UBT) sharing the moment on X. “Maharashtra Navnirman Sena president Rajsaheb Thackeray extended birthday greetings to party chief Uddhavsaheb Thackeray,” the party posted.
This meeting came just weeks after the Thackeray brothers shared a stage at a joint rally on July 5, where they voiced strong opposition against the alleged Hindi imposition in Maharashtra.
INDIA Bloc Leaders Shower Birthday Wishes on Uddhav
Several leaders from the INDIA alliance also extended birthday greetings to Uddhav Thackeray. Congress MP Rahul Gandhi wrote on X, “Heartfelt birthday wishes and congratulations to Shiv Sena President and INDIA alliance partner Uddhav Thackeray ji. May you stay healthy, live long, and together we will fight for the interests and rights of the people of Maharashtra.”
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin also praised Uddhav’s linguistic stance, saying, “Your bold resistance to #HindiImposition and your firm stand to uphold Maharashtra’s identity have united the Marathi people... Wishing you strength as you continue to defend federalism and linguistic dignity.”
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‘Lighthouse in Every Storm’: Sanjay Raut’s Tribute
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut added a poetic touch to the occasion, posting, “Shiv Sena chief, my friend Uddhav Thackeray, who stands firm like a lighthouse in every storm, heartfelt birthday wishes to you! Jai Maharashtra!”
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