A Member of Parliament from Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT) faction has announced their defection to the rival Shinde Sena, led by Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. The MP stated the decision was not motivated by any personal dissatisfaction with Thackeray. This move represents another instance of leaders switching allegiance within the fractured Shiv Sena party. The defection weakens the UBT faction, which has been attempting to regain political ground since a previous split led to Shinde forming a coalition government with the BJP. Details regarding the MP’s identity were not immediately available in the initial report, but the shift signals ongoing instability within Maharashtra’s political landscape. This latest development is expected to further fuel political maneuvering as parties prepare for upcoming elections. The MP’s rationale focuses on broader political strategy rather than personal disputes.