Shiv Sena
Shiv Sena (SHS), founded in 1966, is a major political party in India. Explore its latest activities, statements, and role in the current political landscape.
Current vs. Opposition
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Ruling Party (National)
Shiv Sena (SHS)
Opposition Party
History & Achievements
History
Founded 19 June 1966 by cartoonist Bal Thackeray, championing Marathi identity before evolving into a Hindu-nationalist BJP ally. Split in June 2022 when Eknath Shinde led a rebellion against Uddhav Thackeray; the EC recognized Shinde's faction as the official Shiv Sena in 2023.
Achievements
Led Maharashtra's government from 2019-2022 for the first time under one of its own leaders. As of 2026, Shinde's Shiv Sena is in power in the ruling Mahayuti alliance; Uddhav's Shiv Sena (UBT) is in opposition.
Shiv Sena News
Shiv Sena Split Case: Supreme Court Resumes Final Hearing as Shinde Faction Defends EC Decision
The Supreme Court has resumed final hearings in petitions concerning the Shiv Sena split and the disqualification of MLAs from the Eknath Shinde-led faction. The Shinde camp is defending the Election Commission’s decision recognising its organisational majority in the party dispute.
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Maharashtra Politics Heats Up Over Ganeshotsav DJ Ban Dispute
Maharashtra Politics has witnessed a fresh controversy ahead of Ganeshotsav, with disagreements emerging within the ruling Mahayuti alliance over the use of DJs and loudspeakers during celebrations. While some BJP and Shiv Sena leaders have supported restrictions on noise pollution, others have opposed a blanket ban, giving the opposition another issue to target the government.
