# Shiv Sena split finalized; Supreme Court hears merger case > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/shiv-sena-internal-split-speculation > Updated: 2026-08-12T12:08:33.000Z. Sources: 86. Developments: 53. The parliamentary split within Shiv Sena has evolved from rumors of an orchestrated defection campaign, dubbed ‘Operation Tiger’, into a formal realignment. In mid-June 2026, speculation intensified as six of the nine Lok Sabha MPs from the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) faction reportedly prepared to join the Eknath Shinde-led group. Despite initial denials of loyalty from UBT leadership, the six MPs—Sanjay Jadhav, Sanjay Deshmukh, Omraje Nimbalkar, Bhausaheb Wakchaure, Nagesh Patil Ashtikar, and Sanjay Dina Patil—formally sought recognition as a separate group and subsequently merged with the Shinde faction. On 18 July, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla officially approved the merger, increasing the Shinde group’s strength to 13 and leaving the Uddhav camp with three seats. This move satisfied the two-thirds threshold required under the anti-defection law. The UBT faction has challenged this decision in the Supreme Court, arguing that the merger violates constitutional provisions. In August, the Supreme Court began examining whether a legislative split constitutes a split in the entire political organization. Parallel to the leadership struggle, a major controversy erupted over alleged misappropriation of donations at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir and Siddhivinayak temples. Uddhav Thackeray launched the ‘Ram Raksha Andolan’ to protest the alleged theft of temple funds, accusing the BJP of using the money to engineer political splits. This has led to widespread protests by the UBT faction and the Congress party, further deepening the political fissure in Maharashtra. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-12: Supreme Court examines Shiv Sena split and legislative rebellion The Supreme Court of India is reviewing whether the 2022 rebellion by Shiv Sena MLAs constitutes a formal split of the entire political party and its primary membership. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/supreme-court-examines-shiv-sena-split-and-legislative-rebellion ### 2026-08-02: India Opposition Protests Alleged Temple Donation Theft and Police Crackdown Raj Thackeray alleges massive donation thefts at Siddhivinayak Temple (₹18 cr) and Ram Mandir (₹1,400 cr). Opposition MPs protest in Parliament, demanding Home Minister Amit Shah’s response; BJP denies the BJP‑ 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/siddhivinayak-temple-donation-theft-alleged-by-mns-chief-raj-thackeray ### 2026-07-21: Supreme Court to Hear Shiv Sena (UBT) Challenge on Six MPs' Merger with Shinde India's Supreme Court will hear Shiv Sena (UBT)'s petition challenging Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla's recognition of six MPs merging with Eknath Shinde's faction, citing constitutional anti‑defection concerns. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/supreme-court-to-hear-shiv-sena-ubt-challenge-on-six-mps-merger-with-shinde ### 2026-07-19: Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde attacks Uddhav Thackeray’s ‘Ram Raksha’ campaign Deputy CM Eknath Shinde denounced Uddhav Thackeray’s “Ram Raksha” campaign, saying Hindutva isn’t a T‑shirt and accusing the movement of political opportunism. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-deputy-cm-eknath-shinde-attacks-uddhav-thackerays-ram-raksha-campaign ### 2026-07-18: Shiv Sena leaders warn opposition and set agenda for India's monsoon parliamentary session Shiv Sena’s Manisha Kayande and Anand Dubey warned the opposition and urged the monsoon session to focus on NEET leak, inflation, corruption, Ram‑temple probe and a Uniform Civil Code. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiv-sena-leaders-warn-opposition-and-set-agenda-for-indias-monsoon-parliamentary-session ### 2026-07-18: Lok Sabha Speaker clears merger of six Uddhav‑led Shiv Sena MPs into Shinde faction Speaker Om Birla approved the merger of six Uddhav‑led Shiv Sena MPs into Eknath Shinde’s faction, raising its Lok Sabha strength to 13, and granted separate seating to 20 rebel TMC MPs ahead of the Monsoon S​e 21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/six-uddhav-shiv-sena-mps-join-shinde-faction-after-speakers-approval ### 2026-07-14: Shiv Sena (UBT) disputes rebel MPs' merger and condemns Mumbai municipal handling of tree collapse Shiv Sena (UBT) sent legal notices to six rebel MPs over an illegal merger and, in an editorial, slammed the BJP‑led alliance and Mumbai's municipal response to a fatal tree‑collapse incident. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiv-sena-ubt-disputes-rebel-mps-merger-and-condemns-mumbai-municipal-handling-of-tree-collapse ### 2026-07-13: Maharashtra Deputy CM Ek Nath Shinde Announces More Moves in Operation Tiger Maharashtra deputy CM Ek Nath Shinde says Operation Tiger is unfinished, hinting at further political actions after securing a two‑thirds majority through defections. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-deputy-cm-ek-nath-shinde-announces-more-moves-in-operation-tiger ### 2026-07-12: Congress launches protests over alleged Ram temple offering theft Congress plans protests in Ayodhya and across Himachal Pradesh over alleged theft of Ram temple offerings, demanding investigation and accountability. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/congress-launches-protests-over-alleged-ram-temple-offering-theft ### 2026-07-11: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis dismisses centre‑move rumours Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis rejects rumours of a move to a central government role; opposition leaders speculate on his successor and future positions, while revenue minister Chandrashekhar Bawanekar calls 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-cm-devendra-fadnavis-dismisses-centremove-rumours ### 2026-07-11: Maharashtra leaders clash over alleged temple fund looting Maharashtra politicians accuse each other of covering up temple donation thefts, with Shiv Sena blaming BJP's UCC push and BJP deputy chief targeting Uddhav Thackeray over Siddhivinayak loot. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-leaders-clash-over-alleged-temple-fund-looting ### 2026-07-11: Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena split and Siddhivinayak Temple loot claims Six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs defected to Eknath Shinde’s faction, meeting Speaker Om Birla in “Operation Tiger”. Shinde also accused Uddhav Thackeray of silence on Siddhivinayak Temple donation theft, sparking a r r 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-deputy-chief-minister-eknath-shinde-faces-opposition-over-siddhivinayak-temple-theft-cla ### 2026-07-09: Sharad Pawar’s meeting with Deputy CM Eknath Shinde sparks Maharashtra alliance row Sharad Pawar met Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in the Maharashtra Assembly, prompting NCP’s Supriya Sule to call the row a ‘storm in a tea cup’ while Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Sanjay Raut condemned the meet‑​ 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-ministers-shinde-and-pawar-meet-sparking-sanjay-raut-criticism-and-dancebar-debate ### 2026-07-07: Maharashtra Congress launches statewide protest over Ram Temple donation scandal Maharashtra Congress will protest from July 7 at Nashik’s Kalaram Temple, accusing BJP and RSS of looting Ram Mandir donations, with a statewide satyagraha planned for July 9‑14. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-congress-launches-statewide-protest-over-alleged-ram-mandir-donation-theft ### 2026-07-05: Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena launches Ram Raksha protest demanding dissolution of Ayodhya Ram Temple trust Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena launched the Ram Raksha protest in Mumbai, accusing the BJP government of stealing Ayodhya Ram Temple donations and demanding the trust's dissolution. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uddhav-thackerays-shiv-sena-launches-ram-raksha-protest-demanding-dissolution-of-ayodhya-ram-temple- ### 2026-07-03: Maharashtra leaders Raj and Uddhav Thackeray denounce BJP over arrogance and alleged Ram Mandir fund misuse Raj Thackeray blasted BJP’s arrogance and urged action, while Uddhav Thackeray launched a Ram Mandir‑focused protest accusing the party of fund misuse in Maharashtra. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-leaders-raj-and-uddhav-thackeray-denounce-bjp-over-arrogance-and-alleged-ram-mandir-fund ### 2026-07-03: Shiv Sena leaders accuse BJP of looting Ram Temple donations, plan Mumbai protest Shiv Sena leaders Uddhav Thackeray and Sanjay Raut claim BJP looted Ram Temple donations, announce protests in Mumbai and demand Supreme Court oversight. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiv-sena-leaders-accuse-bjp-of-looting-ram-temple-donations-plan-mumbai-protest ### 2026-07-02: Shiv Sena leaders threaten BJP and denounce India‑Pakistan open letter Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut warned that Modi and Shah are turning on each other and pledged to use agencies to break the BJP if it loses power, while spokesperson Krishna Heegde dismissed an India‑Pakistan ‑ s 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiv-sena-leaders-threaten-bjp-and-denounce-indiapakistan-open-letter ### 2026-06-30: Sachin Ahir Elected Deputy Chairman of Maharashtra Legislative Council Maharashtra MLC Sachin Ahir was elected unopposed as Deputy Chairman after defecting from Shiv Sena (UBT) to Eknath Shinde’s faction, sparking criticism from former allies. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sachin-ahir-elected-deputy-chairman-of-maharashtra-legislative-council ### 2026-06-30: Sachin Ahir joins Shinde’s Shiv Sena, runs for Maharashtra council deputy chair Maharashtra MLC Sachin Ahir left Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena to join Eknath Shinde’s faction and filed his nomination for Deputy Chair of the state Legislative Council, seen as a blow to the UBT camp. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sachin-ahir-joins-shindes-shiv-sena-runs-for-maharashtra-council-deputy-chair ### 2026-06-28: Maharashtra feud deepens as six Shiv Sena MPs defect, Thackeray attacks BJP Six Shiv Sena MPs defect to Eknath Shinde’s faction, shrinking Uddhav Thackeray’s base. He blames the BJP for a covert “Operation Devendra,” while BJP leaders fire back, and Devendra Fadnavis denies being sidel 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-cm-devendra-fadnavis-dismisses-speculation-over-shared-flight-with-uddhav-thackeray ### 2026-06-26: Uddhav Thackeray Tours Maharashtra, Calls for Disqualification of Defecting MPs Uddhav Thackeray toured Maharashtra districts, urged disqualification of six Shiv Sena MPs who joined Eknath Shinde’s faction, and accused the BJP of a political conspiracy. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uddhav-thackeray-tours-maharashtra-calls-for-disqualification-of-defecting-mps ### 2026-06-26: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray travel together on flight to Nagpur Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray shared a flight to Nagpur amid the “Operation Tiger” political crisis, fueling speculation about upcoming election dynamics. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-cm-devendra-fadnavis-and-shiv-sena-chief-uddhav-thackeray-travel-together-on-flight-to-n ### 2026-06-26: Shiv Sena spokesperson Krishna Hegde demands police action over Sanjay Raut's threats Krishna Hegde condemned Sanjay Raut’s aggressive remarks, urged Mumbai police action, and highlighted a ₹55 crore money‑laundering probe into Sanjeev Aroda while supporting nationwide UCC implementation. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiv-sena-spokesperson-krishna-hegde-demands-police-action-over-sanjay-rauts-threats ### 2026-06-24: Sanjay Raut draws sharp criticism from Shiv Sena amid political maneuvering Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut faces internal criticism for anti‑NDA posts and alleged false narratives on the Ram temple donation case, with party leaders warning he may shift to Eknath Shinde's camp. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sanjay-raut-draws-sharp-criticism-from-shiv-sena-amid-political-maneuvering ### 2026-06-24: Sanjay Raut claims Rs 2000 cr from Ram Mandir trust siphoned to split Shiv Sena and TMC Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut alleges ₹2,000 cr was stolen from the Ram Mandir trust and spent to buy MPs and split Shiv Sena and TMC. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiv-sena-mps-sanjay-raut-and-sanjay-dina-patil-face-abuse-complaints ### 2026-06-23: Six Shiv Sena MPs join Eknath Shinde faction, sparking political fallout in Maharashtra Six Shiv Sena UBT MPs defect to Eknath Shinde’s faction, prompting legal challenges, threat accusations against rebel MP Sanjay Patil, and a strong response from Maharashtra CM. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-lok-sabha-speaker-assures-constitutional-process-in-shiv-sena-defection-dispute ### 2026-06-22: Maharashtra: Six Uddhav Shiv Sena MPs Join Shinde Faction Six MPs who left Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena have joined Eknath Shinde’s faction, which Shinde called the final step of “Operation Tiger”; Shiv Sena (Uddhav) leader Ambadas Danve accused them of selling out. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-six-uddhav-shiv-sena-mps-join-shinde-faction ### 2026-06-22: Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena gains six MPs, weakening Uddhav Thackeray faction Six Uddhav Thackeray Shiv Sena MPs joined Eknath Shinde's faction on June 22, 2026, boosting his Lok Sabha strength to 13 and deepening Maharashtra's party split. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eknath-shindes-shiv-sena-gains-six-mps-weakening-uddhav-thackeray-faction ### 2026-06-22: Six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs defect to Eknath Shinde’s faction Six Uddhav‑led Shiv Sena MPs joined Eknath Shinde’s faction, boosting his tally to 13 MPs, while the Uddhav camp fell to three; the move, dubbed “Operation Tiger,” prompted criticism and fears of broader defe‑c 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/congress-leaders-warn-of-bjps-operation-lotus-and-eye-uttar-pradesh-alliance ### 2026-06-22: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde Secures Defection of Six UBT MPs in ‘Operation Tiger’ Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde completed “Operation Tiger,” bringing six UBT MPs into his Shiv Sena faction, shifting Lok Sabha numbers and sparking criticism from Aditya Thackeray and other leaders. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-deputy-cm-eknath-shinde-completes-operation-tiger-defection-of-six-ubt-mps ### 2026-06-21: Maharashtra CM Fadnavis unveils Rs 20,552 cr farm loan waiver amid Mahayuti political gains Maharashtra CM Fadnavis announced a Rs 20,552 cr farm loan waiver, presented a Rs 97,706 cr supplementary demand, and the Mahayuti alliance won 16 of 17 MLC seats; he also mocked opposition’s ChatGPT memo and t 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-leaders-declare-operation-tiger-successful-as-shiv-sena-mps-switch-allegiance ### 2026-06-21: Maharashtra Shiv Sena split deepens as MP Omraje Nimbalkar joins Shinde faction MP Omraje Nimbalkar leaves Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena for Eknath Shinde’s faction, prompting Thackeray’s condemnation and raising anti‑defection concerns ahead of the Lok Sabha poll. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-shiv-sena-split-deepens-as-mp-omraje-nimbalkar-joins-shinde-faction ### 2026-06-21: Maharashtra Shiv Sena split as six MPs plan to quit UBT Six Shiv Sena UBT MPs in Maharashtra are set to hold a joint press conference in Mumbai, announcing their departure from Uddhav Thackeray’s faction and possibly aligning with Eknath Shinde’s camp. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-shiv-sena-split-as-six-mps-plan-to-quit-ubt ### 2026-06-20: Sanjay Raut alleges BJP‑backed political buying to split Shiv Sena Sanjay Raut claims BJP and Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde are using large‑scale political buying to prompt Shiv Sena MPs to defect, calling it a betrayal of voter mandate. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sanjay-raut-alleges-bjpbacked-political-buying-to-split-shiv-sena ### 2026-06-20: Uddhav Thackeray apologises to voters as Amit Shah denounces Shiv Sena split in Maharashtra Uddhav Thackeray apologised to voters and blamed BJP at a Maharashtra rally, while Home Minister Amit Shah criticised the Shiv Sena split and launched a 1,500‑crore temple project in Kolhapur. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uddhav-thackeray-apologises-to-voters-as-amit-shah-denounces-shiv-sena-split-in-maharashtra ### 2026-06-20: Amit Shah declares only Eknath Shinde‑led Shiv Sena exists, draws sharp Congress rebuttal Amit Shah says only Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena remains; Congress MP Tarik Anwar calls it a push for an opposition‑free India, while BJP’s Prem Shukla backs the claim and attacks Rahul Gandhi. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/amit-shah-declares-only-eknath-shindeled-shiv-sena-exists-draws-sharp-congress-rebuttal ### 2026-06-20: Shiv Sena officials condemn Sanjay Raut, Uddhav Thackeray and laud PM Modi BJP’s Nawanath Ban chastised Shiv Sena’s Sanjay Raut and Uddhav Thackeray, while Shiv Sena’s Shayana NC defended Eknath Shinde, criticized Congress and praised PM Modi’s leadership. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiv-sena-officials-condemn-sanjay-raut-uddhav-thackeray-and-laud-pm-modi ### 2026-06-19: Six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs poised to defect to Eknath Shinde faction Six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs plan to join Eknath Shinde's faction, prompting show‑cause notices, Uddhav Thackeray’s resignation offer, and Amit Shah’s claim of a single Shiv Sena. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/karnataka-cm-dk-shivakumar-meets-shiv-sena-chief-uddhav-thackeray-amid-intraparty-rebellion ### 2026-06-19: Maharashtra Shiv Sena split sparks protests as six MPs consider joining Shinde faction Six Shiv Sena (Uddhav) MPs plan to join Eknath Shinde's faction, sparking Solapur protests; Shrikant Shinde says the issue will be clarified within two days. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-shiv-sena-split-sparks-protests-as-six-mps-consider-joining-shinde-faction ### 2026-06-18: Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde leads Shiv Sena anniversary, welcomes rebel MPs Eknath Shinde condemned Rahul Gandhi at Shiv Sena’s anniversary, praised Modi, and welcomed six rebel MPs on stage, pledging their integration amid heightened security. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-deputy-cm-eknath-shinde-leads-shiv-sena-anniversary-welcomes-rebel-mps ### 2026-06-18: Maharashtra Shiv Sena (UBT) split as six MPs join Ek Nath Shinde faction in Operation Tiger Six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs joined Ek Nath Shinde’s faction in a move called “Operation Tiger,” claiming the party had strayed from its roots, while leaders allege BJP backing for the split. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-shiv-sena-ubt-split-as-six-mps-join-ek-nath-shinde-faction-in-operation-tiger ### 2026-06-18: Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs skip meeting, party seeks disqualification of six rebels Six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs missed a party meeting, prompting threats of show‑cause notices and possible disqualification as they seek to join the Shinde faction. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiv-sena-ubt-mps-skip-meeting-party-seeks-disqualification-of-six-rebels ### 2026-06-18: Shiv Sena (UBT) faces internal rebellion as six MPs defect, Uddhav Thackeray vows to quit Shiv Sena (UBT) crisis deepens: Uddhav Thackeray ready to quit, six MPs skip meeting, face 24‑hour show‑cause notices, and possible defection to Eknath Shinde’s faction. 17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiv-sena-ubt-faces-split-as-six-mps-skip-party-event ### 2026-06-17: Shiv Sena celebrates 60 years as party cracks down on six rebel MPs Shiv Sena marked its 60th anniversary while issuing show‑cause notices to six MPs accused of siding with the Shinde faction, threatening revocation of their memberships. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiv-sena-celebrates-60-years-as-party-cracks-down-on-six-rebel-mps ### 2026-06-17: Six Shiv Sena MPs Seek Separate Group Ahead of Defection to Shinde Faction Six Uddhav‑led Shiv Sena MPs missed a party meeting, sought separate status in Lok Sabha, and are moving to join Eknath Shinde’s faction, facing show‑cause notices and possible disqualification. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiv-sena-ubt-mps-convened-in-delhi-six-miss-meeting-and-receive-showcause-notices ### 2026-06-17: Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs meet in Delhi as split rumors swirl Shiv Sena (UBT) convened a Delhi meeting of its nine MPs; only four attended, sparking rumours that the other five may defect, prompting strong warnings from party leaders. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiv-sena-ubt-mps-meet-in-delhi-as-split-rumors-swirl ### 2026-06-17: Shiv Sena (UBT) summons MPs to Delhi meeting amid internal party unrest Shiv Sena (UBT) called a mandatory MP meeting in Delhi on 18 June and a legislator meeting in Mumbai on 22 June, amid internal disputes; MP Arvind Sawant objected to recognizing dissenting members. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiv-sena-ubt-summons-mps-to-delhi-meeting-amid-internal-party-unrest ### 2026-06-17: Maharashtra Shiv Sena UBT faces internal revolt as MPs allegedly offered bribes to switch parties Six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs in Maharashtra allegedly offered ₹15‑₹50 crore each to join the Eknath Shinde faction, prompting meetings with Lok Sabha speaker and internal accusations of illegal defection. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-shiv-sena-ubt-faces-internal-revolt-as-mps-allegedly-offered-bribes-to-switch-parties ### 2026-06-16: Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena faces potential split as seven MPs contact Eknath Shinde faction Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena may split as seven MPs reportedly engage with Eknath Shinde's faction; Thackeray denies the rumors, saying all MPs stay united. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uddhav-thackerays-shiv-sena-faces-potential-split-as-seven-mps-contact-eknath-shinde-faction ### 2026-06-16: Shiv Sena (UBT) faces defection crisis as MPs eye shift to Eknath Shinde faction Six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs may defect to Eknath Shinde’s faction, alleging ₹15 crore bribes; party leaders meet Speaker Birla and deny the split. 16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiv-sena-uddhav-faction-mps-poised-to-join-eknath-shindes-camp-in-maharashtra ### 2026-06-14: Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs Confirm Attendance, Reject Defection Rumors Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders confirmed all nine MPs attended a routine meeting with Uddhav Thackeray, either in person or via video, and rejected rumours of defections to the rival Shinde faction. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiv-sena-ubt-mps-confirm-attendance-reject-defection-rumors ### 2026-06-14: Shiv Sena Uddhav MP meets Union Minister Jadhav amid Operation Tiger speculation Shiv Sena (Uddhav) MP Sanjay Deshmukh met Union Minister Pratap Jadhav, fueling speculation that a “Operation Tiger” could shift MPs to the rival Shinde faction amid a party meeting at Uddhav Thackeray’s home. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiv-sena-uddhav-mp-meets-union-minister-jadhav-amid-operation-tiger-speculation --- Cite as: Shiv Sena split finalized; Supreme Court hears merger case. 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