Raj Thackeray, Uddhav Thackeray to Lead Joint March Against Electoral Roll Revision in Mumbai on Oct 4
· India · Indian Express, India Today
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray and Shiv Sena (UBT) president Uddhav Thackeray have announced a joint public march in Mumbai on October 4, 2026, to protest the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The march, organised under the banners of MNS and Shiv Sena (UBT), aims to raise concerns over what the leaders allege is a manipulation of the electoral process by the Election Commission. Raj Thackeray stated the march will bring together people from different sections of society and urged citizens to participate in large numbers to protect democracy and the Constitution. The exact venue and timing of the march are yet to be announced, with further details to be shared shortly by the organisers.
Why it matters
The joint march by rival Thackeray brothers signals a rare political unity in Maharashtra against perceived electoral irregularities, potentially mobilising significant public opposition to the SIR process. If successful, it could pressure the Election Commission to review or halt the revision, affecting voter inclusion and trust in the electoral system ahead of future elections.
Read the original report — Indian Express
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