Uddhav Thackeray Questions Government Over Shivaji Statue Collapse and Women’s Safety
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 28: Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has raised concerns about the BJP-led Mahayuti government’s handling of the recent collapse of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue at Rajkot Fort. He also addressed the issue of alleged atrocities on women in the state.
Thackeray stated, “The atrocities on women and corruption in the state are crossing all limits. The leaders of all three parties came together and discussed these issues.” He questioned the explanation given for the statue’s collapse, saying, “Two days ago people saw how the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj fell and what kind of statements people are making. Rajya Bhavan is on the seashore but even the Governor’s hat never flew and they say that the statue of Shivaji Maharaj fell due to strong winds, how is this possible?”
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde had claimed that the statue fell due to strong winds. The 35-foot statue, located in Sindhudurg, Maharashtra, was inaugurated in December 2023 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Navy Day.
Opposition leaders have criticized the government for the incident. Prahar Janshakti Paksh leader Bacchu Kadu said, “Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj used to emphasise every minute detail. But now, some people only talk, they are not connected to ideology. This is the reason there is a problem.”
Swarajya’s Sambhaji Chhatrapati expressed his disappointment, stating, “It is a sad incident. I had written to the PM that the statue was not up to the mark. Months later this incident happened. You can’t say that the incident happened due to wind. It is your responsibility and accountability.”
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray accused the BJP of corruption, saying, “It is unimaginable that the statue of our deity, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj would also be a subject of the BJP’s corruption.”
Maharashtra Congress President Nana Patole also alleged corruption, stating, “The way the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was vandalized is because of their corruption, whether this government is of the centre or the state, they know nothing except corruption. They have never lagged in insulting the ideas of Shivaji Maharaj, the lord of Maharashtra. Yesterday’s incident is a misfortune for Maharashtra, for the people of Maharashtra. And no one will forgive this government, this government should now leave the chair and run away.”
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Uddhav Thackeray -: Uddhav Thackeray is a politician in India. He is the chief of a political party called Shiv Sena (UBT). He was also the Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
Shivaji Statue -: The Shivaji Statue is a statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, a famous Indian king known for his bravery and leadership. The statue was placed at Rajkot Fort.
Shiv Sena (UBT) -: Shiv Sena (UBT) is a political party in India. ‘UBT’ stands for Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray, who is the leader of this party.
BJP-led Mahayuti government -: The BJP-led Mahayuti government is a coalition government in Maharashtra, led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). ‘Mahayuti’ means ‘grand alliance’.
Rajkot Fort -: Rajkot Fort is a historical fort located in Rajkot, a city in the Indian state of Gujarat. It is a place of historical importance.
Aaditya Thackeray -: Aaditya Thackeray is a politician in India and the son of Uddhav Thackeray. He is also a member of the Shiv Sena (UBT) party.
Nana Patole -: Nana Patole is a politician in India. He is a member of the Indian National Congress party and has been involved in Maharashtra politics.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi -: Narendra Modi is the current Prime Minister of India. He is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
