Shiv Sena

Shiv Sena is a regional political party of India, which was formed late cartoonist Bal Thackeray in the year 1966. The party was formed to build a movement to help Marathi job aspirants to procure job opportunities in Mumbai. Hindu nationalism, commonly referred as hindutva, and pro-Marathi ideology are the party's main agendas.

In 1968, Shiv Sena entered the political framework of Bombay by winning 42 seats out of 121 in civic elections. Gradually extended its base on a pan-India level, and aligned with the Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) in Maharashtra.

Shiv Sena and BJP alliance came into power for the first time in 1995, and Manohar Joshi, prominent Shiv Sena leader became the Chief Minister of the state.

After losing in the 2009 Assembly elections, the party got back in power in 2012 with Mumbai's civic body by winning 72 seats.

Party leader Bal Thackeray died of a cardiac arrest in November 2012, with son Udhav Thackeray becoming his successor.

The party is known to have a powerful hold over the Mumbai based Indian film industry - Bollywood, and is often called an 'extremist' and 'fascist' party.

Shiv Sena has been blamed for the 1970 communal riots in Bhiwandi, the 1984 Bhiwandi riots and the 1992-1993 Bombay riots. In 1989, the party entered an alliance with BJP for Lok Sabha and Maharashtra assembly elections.

It has been a coalition partner in the National Democratic Alliance since 1998, including the Vajpayee Government during 1998-2004 and the present Narendra Modi Government.

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Shiv Sena News

Eknath Shinde sidesteps Shiv Sena merger talk, says his faction carries Bal Thackeray’s ideology

TNN / Jun 01, 2026, 23:13 (IST)

Eknath Shinde dismissed merger talks between Shiv Sena factions, stating his group upholds Bal Thackeray's Hindutva ideology and has public support, evidenced by electoral wins. This comes amid speculation fueled by remarks from leaders within both factions and the ruling alliance. Sanjay Raut countered, asserting Uddhav Thackeray leads the 'real Shiv Sena'.

From split to stitch-up? Shiva Sena factions hint at reunion amid BJP's dominance

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Jun 01, 2026, 22:10 (IST)

Shiv Sena factions, split four years ago, are now considering reunification due to the BJP's increasing dominance in Maharashtra. Leaders from both Uddhav Thackeray and Eknath Shinde's camps believe the BJP poses an existential threat, weakening regional allies. Calls for unity are growing, with suggestions that a reunion could happen swiftly if Shinde agrees.

Danve-Sattar highway hug again fuels Sena-Sena (UBT) merger speculation

Jun 02, 2026, 22:29 (IST)

UBT likely abstain from voting in Nashik MLC polls

Jun 03, 2026, 00:24 (IST)

MLC polls: Shiv Sena likely to retain Nashik seat, may cede Sambhajinagar to BJP

May 28, 2026, 01:10 (IST)

Rival Shiv Sena factions hold ‘Ghanta Naad’ protest at Kalyan’s Durgadi Fort, BJP neta detained

TNN / May 28, 2026, 13:11 (IST)

The annual 'Ghanta Naad Andolan' took a dramatic turn as rival factions of the Shiv Sena clashed near Durgadi Fort in Kalyan. In a show of solidarity, supporters of both Eknath Shinde and Uddhav Thackeray raised their voices against restrictions placed on Hindu worship during Bakri Eid.

6 BJP aspirants file their nominations for Nashik MLC polls

May 31, 2026, 22:42 (IST)

Shaina NC named Sena in-charge national secy

Jun 01, 2026, 22:51 (IST)

Sena and UBT netas talk of party merger; Eknath Shinde downplays it

TNN / Jun 01, 2026, 23:21 (IST)

Deputy CM Eknath Shinde dismissed merger talks, asserting his Shiv Sena upholds Bal Thackeray's ideology and holds the people's mandate. He highlighted electoral victories reflecting public trust. Meanwhile, Sena (UBT) leaders accused the BJP of weakening their party, a claim Shinde countered by questioning their own leadership and self-respect.

Shiv Sena delegation meets Central Railway's divisional railway manager, CR assures suspension of work at Bawanchal Ground in Dombivli, Maharashtra

Jun 01, 2026, 23:53 (IST)

MLC polls: MVA fails to field candidates in Nashik, Ahilyanagar

Jun 01, 2026, 23:41 (IST)

Rival Senas hold ‘Ghanta Naad’ protests at Kalyan’s Durgadi Fort; BJP neta detained

May 29, 2026, 00:00 (IST)

Rival Senas hold ‘Ghanta Naad’ protests at Kalyan’s Durgadi Fort; BJP neta detained

May 28, 2026, 21:27 (IST)

When Sunil Dutt revealed why he sought Bal Thackeray’s help during Sanjay Dutt’s 1993 case and his friendship with Haji Mastan

etimes.in / May 30, 2026, 03:11 (IST)

As Sanjay Dutt remains one of Bollywood’s most talked-about stars, conversations around the turbulent phase of his life during the 1993 Mumbai blasts case continue to resurface even today. One such moment was veteran actor and politician Sunil Dutt candidly opening up about seeking help from Shiv Sena supremo Bal Thackeray when his son was arrested under TADA and the Arms Act.