**Title:** Uddhav Thackeray Criticizes Fadnavis Over Corruption Allegations
**Meta Description:** Uddhav Thackeray attacks Maharashtra CM Fadnavis for inaction against corrupt ministers, urging accountability within the Mahayuti government.
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**Headline:** Uddhav Thackeray Launches Strong Critique of CM Fadnavis Over Corruption Issues
In a pointed critique of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Uddhav Thackeray, leader of the Shiv Sena (UBT), expressed concern over Fadnavis’s failure to address corruption allegations against ministers within the Mahayuti government, despite holding a significant majority. Thackeray urged Fadnavis to resist external pressures and demand the resignation of ministers facing corruption charges, labeling him a “Thief Minister” instead of a Chief Minister, echoing sentiments from the Congress party.
Thackeray’s criticism specifically targeted members of the Eknath Shinde-led faction of the Shiv Sena, many of whom are embroiled in corruption controversies. Since the formation of the Mahayuti alliance, several ministers have faced scrutiny over alleged misconduct, prompting the Uddhav Sena to assert that Maharashtra has become a leader in corruption under the current administration. Thackeray highlighted at least four Shinde ministers with questionable records, intensifying the moral pressure on Fadnavis to take action.
The ongoing disputes over power-sharing, file clearances, and the removal of Shinde’s aides from key positions have fueled speculation about a rift within the Mahayuti coalition. Thackeray’s call for accountability appears strategically aimed at exploiting this discord, placing Fadnavis in a challenging moral and political position.
To amplify their demands, the Uddhav Sena initiated the “Maharashtra Janakrosh Andolan,” a statewide protest led by Thackeray, Yuva Sena chief Aaditya Thackeray, and other senior leaders. The demonstration, held at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Park in Mumbai’s Dadar, aimed to call for the ousting of corrupt ministers from the Mahayuti government.
Additionally, Thackeray raised alarms regarding the “suspicious resignation” of former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, suggesting he was forced out for planning to challenge the central government and has since “vanished.” He warned that India risks following in the footsteps of countries like China or Russia, where dissenters often disappear.
In response, Fadnavis dismissed the protests, asserting that his government is “stealing the love of the people,” which he claims the opposition cannot accept, leading to their frustrations manifesting in public demonstrations.
**FAQ Section:**
**Q: What prompted Uddhav Thackeray’s criticism of CM Fadnavis?**
A: Thackeray criticized Fadnavis for not taking action against corrupt ministers in the Mahayuti government, despite having a strong majority, and called for accountability within the administration.
