Neither Hindi nor Marathi, Uddhav & Raj just love family: BJP
In a recent joint rally, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and MNS president Raj Thackeray came together to celebrate the Maharashtra government’s rollback of the three-language policy. The event was seen as a rare display of unity between the two leaders, who have often been at odds with each other in the past. However, reacting to the development, a senior BJP leader, Gaurav Vallabh, has questioned the motives behind the joint rally, saying that both Uddhav and Raj are only coming together due to “political compulsion”.
According to Vallabh, the two leaders are not genuinely interested in promoting the Hindi or Marathi languages, but are rather using the issue to further their own political interests. “Stop hiding behind Hindi and Marathi. You neither love Marathi nor Hindi, you just love your family,” Vallabh said in a statement.
The three-language policy, which was introduced by the Maharashtra government earlier this year, had sparked widespread protests and controversy. The policy aimed to make Marathi, Hindi, and English compulsory subjects in schools, sparking concerns among many that it would undermine the importance of regional languages such as Marathi. The policy was eventually rolled back by the government, following intense pressure from various quarters.
Uddhav and Raj’s joint rally was seen as a victory for their shared cause, with many interpreting it as a sign of their willingness to put aside their differences and work together for the greater good. However, Vallabh’s comments have raised questions about the motives behind the rally, with many wondering whether the two leaders are genuinely interested in promoting the welfare of the people, or simply using the issue to further their own political ambitions.
It is worth noting that Uddhav and Raj have had a complicated history, with the two leaders often engaging in public spats and disagreements. Raj, in particular, has been critical of Uddhav’s leadership and has often accused him of being soft on the BJP. The joint rally, therefore, was seen as a surprising development, especially given the fact that the two leaders have historically been bitter rivals.
Vallabh’s comments come at a time when the political landscape in Maharashtra is increasingly fractious. The state is gearing up for assembly elections, and all major parties are busy trying to outmaneuver each other. The three-language policy issue has become a hot button topic, with many parties vying to capitalize on the controversy.
The BJP, in particular, has been trying to capitalize on the issue, with Vallabh’s comments being seen as part of a larger strategy to discredit its political opponents. By painting Uddhav and Raj as hypocrites who are only interested in promoting their own family interests, the BJP is trying to create a narrative that the two leaders are not truly committed to the welfare of the people.
However, it remains to be seen whether Vallabh’s comments will have any significant impact on the political landscape in Maharashtra. The state’s residents are known for their strong regional identity, and the three-language policy issue has tapped into this sentiment. If the BJP is successful in painting Uddhav and Raj as hypocrites, it could potentially dent their credibility and undermine their chances of winning the upcoming elections.
In conclusion, while Uddhav and Raj’s joint rally may have been seen as a surprise by many, Vallabh’s comments have raised important questions about the motives behind the rally. Are the two leaders genuinely interested in promoting the welfare of the people, or are they simply using the issue to further their own political ambitions? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – the political landscape in Maharashtra is becoming increasingly complex, and the coming elections are likely to be a closely contested affair.
