Sanjay Raut (File photo)Sanjay Raut (File photo)Sanjay Raut (File photo)Sanjay Raut (File photo)Sanjay Raut (File photo)12 NEW DELHI: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Tuesday said his party has formed a joint “squad” with the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), issuing a veiled threat to those he described as “dual” and “bogus” voters on the polling day for the Maharashtra civic elections.“We (Shiv Sena-UBT and MNS) have formed a squad, which will be in action from 7 am. Once the squad receives information about dual voters region-wise, the joint team would handle them appropriately,” Raut told reporters in Mumbai.When asked about potential legal consequences of physically confronting such voters, he argued that “thrashing those who do not fit in the law does not amount to creating a law and order situation.” He added, “Does bogus voting fit in the definition of law and order?”Raut’s remarks follow similar statements made by MNS president Raj Thackeray while campaigning for municipal elections in Mumbai and other cities.The Shiv Sena (UBT), headed by former Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray, and the MNS have joined forces for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections and other civic bodies in the state. Elections for the BMC and 28 other municipal corporations are scheduled for Thursday. Mumbai’s municipal authority is the richest in India and among the wealthiest in Asia.The alliance marks a reunion of the Thackeray cousins. Raj had split in 2005 and formed the MNS the following year. The undivided Shiv Sena had led the BMC for 25 years, from 1997 until its split in 2022.(With PTI inputs)About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Aag Laga Doonga’: Bajrang Dal member faces FIR for threatening to burn police station in UPCanada’s Largest Gold Theft Probe Names Indian Links, Three More Arrested In Auto Scam’May Not Need IMF Loans In 6 Months’: Pakistan Eyes JF-17 Sales Surge To Save EconomyShaksgam Valley Is Indian Territory, 1963 Pak-China Pact Illegal: Army Chief Rejects Beijing’s Claim’We Were Ready To Go In’: Reveals Army Chief Dwivedi, Issues Blunt Warning To Pak On Terror Camps’Op Sindoor Remains On’: Army Chief Dwivedi WARNS Pakistan, Hails Stability In J&K And Manipur‘BRICS Brings Countries Together’: Jaishankar Frames Bloc as Global Welfare Platform Under IndiaIndia Rejects Europe’s Pressure To Cut Russia Ties As Germany Pushes Defence Shift Amid Ukraine WarDonald Trump’s Iran Trade Tariff Warning Puts India In A Bind Over Exports, Chabahar And US TiesMinority Killings Shake Bangladesh As Hindu Auto Driver Murder Draws Global Outrage Pressure Mounts123PhotostoriesWhy anxiety disorder in teens is on the riseBeautiful Makar Sankranti saree looks inspired by Bollywood actresses in 2026Bengaluru’s metro lifeline gets a boost: Yellow line to roll out 7th train, shorter waits aheadShark Tank India: From a lavish house worth Rs 50 crores to high-end car collection- Namita Thapar’s lavish lifestyleMakar Sankranti 2026: 10 traditional foods to celebrate the harvest and the sun8 jungle experiences that only Masai Mara offers and how to visit on a budget7 questions to ask your child’s teacher if your child struggles with attentionPreschooler’s backpack should be less than 700 grams, worn 6 inches above waist: Spine endoscopist reveals risk of carrying heavy school bagsWinter Special: How to make traditional home-style Cheeni ke ParatheKerala Assembly elections: The mechanics of electoral competition123Hot PicksShaksgam ValleyDubai AirportGold rate todayBengaluru news10-minute deliveryPublic holidays January 2026Bank Holidays JanuaryTop TrendingDonald TrumpCharlie KirkVanessa Bryant and Natalia Bryant Net WorthBrooks Koepka and Jena Sims Net WorthDrake Maye WifeBill GatesConnor McDavid WifeTariffs on Tehran Trade PartnersBengaluru Dental Student SuicideMLB Trade Rumors
NEW DELHI: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Tuesday said his party has formed a joint “squad” with the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), issuing a veiled threat to those he described as “dual” and “bogus” voters on the polling day for the Maharashtra civic elections.“We (Shiv Sena-UBT and MNS) have formed a squad, which…
