Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) leader Raj Thackeray recently unveiled the party’s manifesto, titled ‘We Will Deliver’, at MIG Club in Bandra ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024. Unlike other parties that make promises without a clear plan, Thackeray presented a detailed roadmap on how the MNS intends to fulfill its commitments if elected to power.
The manifesto is divided into four sections focusing on basic needs, communication, electricity, water planning, solid waste management, environmental biodiversity, growth opportunities, agricultural policies, and the preservation of Marathi identity. Thackeray also released a booklet titled ‘What We Did’, highlighting the accomplishments of the MNS over its nearly 19-year history since its establishment in 2006.
In a surprising turn of events, Thackeray announced that he would not hold a rally at Mumbai’s iconic Shivaji Park on Sunday as the Election Commission had not yet granted permission for the event. Instead, he plans to visit assembly segments in Mumbai and Thane to campaign for MNS candidates. This decision comes after the EC also denied permission to the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) to hold a rally at Shivaji Park on the same day.
Shivaji Park holds significance as the traditional venue for political rallies, including Bal Thackeray’s first Dussehra rally after founding the Shiv Sena in 1966. Uddhav Thackeray, the chief of Shiv Sena (UBT) and cousin of Raj Thackeray, had requested permission to hold a rally at the park on the death anniversary of Bal Thackeray. However, with campaigning for the Maharashtra Assembly Elections ending on November 18, the EC has not granted approval for the event.
As the political landscape in Maharashtra heats up ahead of the elections, both the MNS and Shiv Sena face challenges in securing permissions for their campaign events. Despite the hurdles, the parties continue to engage with voters and present their visions for the future of the state. Stay tuned for more updates on the Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024 and the latest developments in the political arena.
