Uddhav Thackeray Unveils Shiv Sena (UBT) Manifesto for Maharashtra Assembly Elections

Uddhav Thackeray Unveils Manifesto: With just a week left before the Maharashtra Assembly Elections on November 20, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray has launched his party's manifesto, titled 'Vachan Nama'. The manifesto outlines a series of promises aimed at improving the lives of the people of Maharashtra.

Key Promises in the ‘Vachan Nama’

In the manifesto, Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT) has made several important commitments:

Free Education for Male Students

Uddhav Thackeray assured that if the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance comes to power, male students will be given free education at state-run institutions, just like female students currently enjoy. This promise is aimed at ensuring equal opportunities for all students, regardless of gender.

Stabilizing Prices of Essential Goods

Thackeray promised that his government would work to stabilize the prices of essential goods, making it easier for people, especially those from lower-income groups, to afford daily necessities.

Scrapping the Dharavi Redevelopment Project

The Shiv Sena (UBT) leader strongly criticized the Dharavi redevelopment project, which is being handled by the Adani Group. Thackeray stated that his party would scrap the project, citing concerns about its impact on the city of Mumbai and its residents.

Protecting Indigenous Communities

Thackeray also promised to cancel the planned cluster development projects for Koliwadas and Gaothans, which are urban villages in Mumbai that are home to indigenous communities. He emphasized that the development would only proceed after the residents' concerns were addressed.

What’s Next for the Maha Vikas Aghadi Alliance?

The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), the alliance that includes Shiv Sena (UBT), NCP, and Congress, is also expected to release its manifesto before the elections. Thackeray mentioned that his party would continue to work closely with the alliance, despite being absent from the next press conference scheduled in Mumbai due to his campaigning activities outside the city.

Clarifying the Status of the Alliance

Thackeray made a point to address rumors about the MVA alliance. He emphasized that even if he is not present at the upcoming press conference, it does not mean the alliance has broken up. He reassured the public that the MVA has kept all of its promises so far, whether it was during their time in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) or the state government.

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SUMMARY

Uddhav Thackeray, leader of Shiv Sena (UBT), has released his party’s manifesto, Vachan Nama, ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly Elections on November 20. In the manifesto, he promised free education for male students at state-run institutions, similar to the benefit currently given to female students. He also pledged to stabilize the prices of essential goods to help people afford daily necessities. Thackeray criticized the Dharavi redevelopment project, which is being handled by the Adani Group, and vowed to cancel it if his alliance comes to power. Additionally, he promised to halt large-scale development plans in areas home to Mumbai’s indigenous communities, like Koliwadas and Gaothans, unless the residents agree. Thackeray assured the public that despite missing the next MVA press conference due to campaigning, the alliance remains strong and committed to fulfilling its promises.