Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has dismissed claims of infighting within the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance (MVA), saying that while seat-sharing talks may spark disagreements, the MVA partners remain united. Thackeray clarified that no formula has been set for selecting a chief minister, countering rumors of alliance wrangles.

Asked about the routine baggage checks, Uddhav Thackeray expressed disbelief in the Election Commission’s impartiality, suggesting possible bias, and questioned whether similar checks were carried out for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.