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Maharashtra Rocked by ₹50 Cr Defection Allegations
POLIQ NEWS
Maharashtra's political landscape faces fresh turmoil amid allegations that ₹50 crore offers are being made to Members of Parliament to switch allegiance. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut claims this alleged "Operation Tiger" seeks to induce defections from the Uddhav Thackeray-led faction. While these claims have circulated widely in political speeches and media, no investigative agency has verified the allegations, nor has any documentary evidence emerged publicly. The controversy intensifies speculation of an imminent split within Shiv Sena (UBT), particularly after reports indicated six of its nine Lok Sabha MPs skipped a crucial party meeting and sought recognition as a separate parliamentary group. This highlights the volatile nature of coalition politics and concerns regarding the anti-defection law in India.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut alleges ₹50 crore offers to MPs to defect.
The alleged defection plot is termed 'Operation Tiger' and targets the Uddhav Thackeray-led faction.
Claims of financial inducements remain unverified by any official investigation.
Reports suggest six Shiv Sena (UBT) Lok Sabha MPs skipped a party meeting, fueling defection speculation.
WHY IT MATTERS
These unverified allegations threaten the stability of Maharashtra's political alliances and ignite renewed debate on the efficacy of India's anti-defection laws, impacting parliamentary dynamics.