Sarita Mhaske, the only missing corporator from Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena, has rejoined the party after being unreachable for 24 hours, putting to rest speculation of her defection to Eknath Shinde. Her return was facilitated overnight by party loyalists. She is set to reaffirm her commitment to the Thackeray group following a meeting at Matoshree.
In Mumbai, Sarita Mhaske, the lone corporator from Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena who was incommunicado for 24 hours, has returned with her husband, quelling rumors of her defection to Eknath Shinde's faction. This development comes amid ongoing political turmoil in Maharashtra, particularly with the 2026 BMC polls on the horizon.
Thackeray loyalist and UBT MLC Milind Narvekar spearheaded the efforts to locate the couple overnight. Mhaske stated, "I am and will always be with Uddhav Thackeray." Her absence had fueled speculation, but her return signals stability for the party.
The incident highlights the lingering uncertainties following the Shiv Sena split, where Shinde's group holds power. Mhaske is expected to meet the Thackeray family at Matoshree to reaffirm her allegiance.
