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The induction of six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs into Eknath Shinde's camp is being viewed as a major political gain for the ruling faction and a setback for Uddhav Thackeray.

Uddhav Thackeray held a crucial meeting with Sena (UBT) loyalists in Mumbai to address the potential defection of six MPs to Eknath Shinde's faction. , India News, Times Now

Eknath Shinde was seen at the Maharashtra Assembly, where he reportedly stated that 'Operation Tiger' has been successful and that a press conference will be held at Balasaheb Bhavan around 4 PM regarding the developments.

NEW DELHI: Congress on Monday fiercely targeted the BJP over its ally Eknath Shinde-led "Operation Tiger", aimed at further weakening Uddhav Thackeray's camp. Referring to the BJP's "Operation Lotus" and its push for a "Congress-mukt Bharat", senior Congress leader Pawan Khera slammed the saffron party and questioned the "intention behind this dacoity".

In its editorial, Saamana argued that Shah's remarks amounted to pre-judging an issue that is still under judicial consideration.

Polling for these seats took place on June 18 and witnessed an exceptionally high voter turnout of 99.02 per cent on average, reflecting strong participation by the electorate.

The Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) is facing its second big rebellion in four years., India News, Times Now

Out of the 17 total seats, six candidates from the Mahayuti alliance had already been elected unopposed prior to the polling process. The elections for remaining 11 seats were held on June 18, recording an impressive average voter turnout of 99.02 per cent.

6 Sena (UBT) MPs likely to join Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena today; Uddhav calls Legislators' meeting

The development comes after Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis claimed 'Operation Tiger' had been successful, while Eknath Shinde hinted at imminent political developments.