Sources indicate that members of the Shinde faction within the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly will directly approach the Assembly Speaker regarding their status. This move comes after anticipated discussions between Shrikant Shinde, a key figure in the faction, and Members of Parliament from the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) failed to materialize. The Shinde group is reportedly seeking a formal ruling on their legislative position following a recent political realignment. The absence of a meeting between the two groups suggests continued tension and a lack of willingness to negotiate directly. This development indicates the Shinde faction intends to resolve the matter through official channels rather than through dialogue with the UBT. The Speaker’s decision will be crucial in determining the future political landscape within the Maharashtra Assembly.