Aaditya Thackeray (File photo) Mumbai: The battle for Maharashtra’s limited opposition seats intensified Thursday as Sena UBT’s Aaditya Thackeray virtually staked his party’s claim to the Maha Vikas Aghadi’s lone winnable seats in the upcoming Rajya Sabha and legislative council polls.Pointing to the current strength of the assembly, Aaditya suggested the arithmetic favours his party over its MVA allies Congress and NCP (SP). In the 288-member Maharashtra assembly, Sena UBT has 20 legislators, followed by Congress (16) and NCP (SP) (10).”If you look at the figures, the (RS polls) seat belongs to Sena UBT, and talks will definitely happen in that direction in MVA,” Aaditya said.EC is set to officially notify polls for seven Rajya Sabha seats, scheduled for March 16, on Feb 26. Among prominent members whose term is to expire is NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar. Pawar has already signalled his intent to seek re-election, according to Sena UBT’s Sanjay Raut.RS members are elected by MLAs, and given the massive strength of the Mahayuti, it is likely to win six out of seven seats in Maharashtra in the upcoming polls.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosEpstein Files: King Charles’ Brother & UK’s Former Prince Andrew Arrested For ‘Misconduct In Office'”We Can’t Be Seen As Weak”: Tharoor’s Bold Claim On Rafale Deal“Nothing Like Money”: Donald Trump Says 200% Tariff Warning Stopped India-Pak FightRishi Sunak Highlights India’s Rise As Global AI Powerhouse At Impact Summit’Don’t See How People Criticise!’ French President Emmanuel Macron Defends India-France Rafale DealFrom India To Bharat: PM Modi’s Nameplate Grabs Eyes, Draws Global Attention At AI Impact Summit’Challenges At Sea More Complex, Interconnected’, Says Rajnath Singh At MILAN 2026 Naval ExerciseRussia Affirms India Still Buys Russian Oil, Rejects Recent US Statements’India Well Positioned To Lead The World In AI’: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman At AI Impact SummitAI Rivals Altman, Amodei Snub Each Other, Turns India AI Impact Summit Photo Op With PM Modi Awkward123PhotostoriesThe 50: Prince Narula, Mr Faisu, Rajat Dalal to Shiv Thakare: Meet the Top 12 contestants of the reality show5 Vastu-approved fish to keep in your home aquarium for luck and prosperityChef Sanjeev Kapoor’s microwave cleaning tips will make your kitchen life easier5 times Bad Bunny made headlinesWhat’s it like to visit Jhalana Leopard Safari Park in Rajasthan?Top 5 shows to watch on OTT before ‘House of the Dragon Season 3’ arrives7 New High-Speed Rail Corridors! On Which Routes Will Bullet Trains Run In India? Check Cities, Travel Time – Top DetailsRamadan 2026: How to make Chicken Malai Tikka in an air fryer in under 20 minutes7 natural sleep experts from the animal kingdom8 popular types of cars and what they’re best used for123Hot PicksCigarette price hikeGold rate todayITC shareMadhya Pradesh budget 2026–27Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingDeenTheGreatKayla NicoleGolden State WarriorsMagic JohnsonIndiana Pacers vs Washington WizardsJoel EmbiidFrank MartinWinter Olympics 2026NBA Trade NewsErik Karlsson
Mumbai: The battle for Maharashtra’s limited opposition seats intensified Thursday as Sena UBT’s Aaditya Thackeray virtually staked his party’s claim to the Maha Vikas Aghadi’s lone winnable seats in the upcoming Rajya Sabha and legislative council polls.Pointing to the current strength of the assembly, Aaditya suggested the arithmetic favours his party over its MVA allies Congress and NCP (SP). In the 288-member Maharashtra assembly, Sena UBT has 20 legislators, followed by Congress (16) and NCP (SP) (10).“If you look at the figures, the (RS polls) seat belongs to Sena UBT, and talks will definitely happen in that direction in MVA,” Aaditya said.EC is set to officially notify polls for seven Rajya Sabha seats, scheduled for March 16, on Feb 26. Among prominent members whose term is to expire is NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar. Pawar has already signalled his intent to seek re-election, according to Sena UBT’s Sanjay Raut.RS members are elected by MLAs, and given the massive strength of the Mahayuti, it is likely to win six out of seven seats in Maharashtra in the upcoming polls.
