Sachin Ahir joins Shinde-led Shiv Sena, files nomination for Maharashtra Legislative Council deputy chair

'I Will Try To...': Sachin Ahir's First Reaction After Joining Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena - VIDEO

Mumbai: In his first reaction after switching sides to the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, MLC Sachin Ahir, who was considered close to Aaditya Thackeray, has said he will try to bring together people of all sections of society and do justice to them.Speaking to reporters soon after he filed his nomination for Deputy Chairman of the Maharashtra Legislative Council as the party's official candidate, he said, "I will honestly shoulder the responsibility given to me by Eknath Shinde. I will try to bring together people of all sections of society and do justice to them..."#WATCH | Mumbai, Maharashtra: After switching to Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena from Shiv Sena (UBT), Sachin Ahir says, "I will honestly shoulder the responsibility given to me by Eknath Shinde, I will try to bring together people of all sections of society and do justice to… pic.twitter.com/z7FlAJUUi5— ANI (@ANI) June 30, 2026 Ahir was accompanied during the nomination filing by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar.सचिन अहिर यांनी शिवसेनेकडून उपसभापती पदासाठी अर्ज दाखल केला #sachinahir #shivsena pic.twitter.com/QKhhaaSaAQ— अल्पेश करकरे Alpesh Karkare (@alpeshreport) June 30, 2026 The move is being seen as another major blow to the Shiv Sena UBT, especially as Ahir was considered one of Uddhav Thackeray’s close aides and trusted leaders in Mumbai politics.Sachin Ahir Attended Sena UBT Key Meet In Mumbai, Slammed Govt Over Flooding, Days Before Joining Hands With Eknath ShindeAhir’s switch is seen to be the second phase of the Shinde led Sena's reported 'Operation Tiger' aimed at attracting leaders from the Uddhav Thackeray faction to their fold. Mumbai, Maharashtra: Shiv Sena (UBT) has convened a meeting of its MLAs and MLCs, which has begun at Shivalaya. The meeting will discuss upcoming political developments, organizational matters, and legislative strategy. Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, MLA Aaditya… pic.twitter.com/Sp34g2roVM— IANS (@ians_india) June 22, 2026 Interestingly, Ahir had also attended a key Shiv Sena UBT meeting held at Shivalaya in Mumbai on June 22, where senior leaders including Uddhav Thackeray and Aaditya Thackeray discussed political strategy ahead of the Maharashtra monsoon session.Notably, in 2019, when Aaditya Thackeray contested his first election, Ahir, then in the NCP, was brought into the Shiv Sena and handed complete charge of Worli."One must have some principles in life. If the party gives you everything, you must also stand with the party in tough times. Bring him to me and I will ask him what it is that the party didn't give him," Aaditya Thackeray said, reacting to the political jolt.

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Sachin Ahir Attended Sena UBT Key Meet In Mumbai, Slammed Govt Over Flooding, Days Before Joining Hands With Eknath Shinde

Mumbai: Shiv Sena UBT MLC Sachin Ahir joined the Shiv Sena faction led by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday, delivering another setback to Uddhav Thackeray and the Shiv Sena UBT.Mumbai, Maharashtra: Shiv Sena (UBT) MLC Sachin Ahir joined the Shiv Sena led by DCM Eknath Shinde and filed his nomination for the post of Deputy Chairman of the Maharashtra Legislative Council as the Shiv Sena candidate pic.twitter.com/F53g9T1NMD— IANS (@ians_india) June 30, 2026 Soon after joining the Shinde-led faction, Ahir filed his nomination for the post of Deputy Chairman of the Maharashtra Legislative Council as the party’s official candidate. During the nomination filing, Ahir was accompanied by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar.सचिन अहिर यांनी शिवसेनेकडून उपसभापती पदासाठी अर्ज दाखल केला #sachinahir #shivsena pic.twitter.com/QKhhaaSaAQ— अल्पेश करकरे Alpesh Karkare (@alpeshreport) June 30, 2026 The move has generated political buzz not only because Ahir was considered close to the Thackeray camp, but also due to his recent criticism of the Maharashtra government over Mumbai’s recurring waterlogging issues during the monsoon.Uddhav Thackeray Faces Major Setback As Shiv Sena UBT MLC Sachin Ahir Joins Shinde Sena; Files Nomination For Dy Chairman Post Sachin Ahir's Recent Critcism On Govt Over FloodingJust days before switching sides, Sachin Ahir had sharply criticised the state administration over flooding in Mumbai following rainfall. In a video shared by IANS on June 24, Ahir questioned the government’s preparedness and civic claims regarding drain-cleaning work in the city.“If this is the condition after such little rain, then where is the Mayor? They had claimed this afternoon that drain cleaning had been completed 106 per cent. This is the situation in light rains. If it rains heavily, maybe you and me won't be here to speak in front of the camera,” Ahir had said.Mumbai, Maharashtra: On waterlogging problem, Shiv Sena (UBT) MLC Sachin Ahir says, "If this is the condition after such a little rain, then where is the Mayor? They had claimed this afternoon that drain cleaning had been completed 106%...'' pic.twitter.com/JQLUHlkueh— IANS (@ians_india) June 24, 2026 He had further targeted the ruling alliance by stating, “You have the government at the Centre, the state government is yours, the Chief Minister is yours and even the Urban Development department is with you all. Still the arrangements are not in place. If this continues, Mumbai would lose its spot as the financial capital.”The remarks have now resurfaced on social media following his entry into the Shinde-led Shiv Sena, with political observers pointing to the contrast between his earlier criticism of the government and his latest political move. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adv. Anil Parab (@adv.anil_parab) Interestingly, Ahir had also attended a key Shiv Sena UBT meeting held at Shivalaya in Mumbai on June 22, where senior leaders including Uddhav Thackeray and Aaditya Thackeray discussed political strategy ahead of the Maharashtra monsoon session.Mumbai, Maharashtra: Shiv Sena (UBT) has convened a meeting of its MLAs and MLCs, which has begun at Shivalaya. The meeting will discuss upcoming political developments, organizational matters, and legislative strategy. Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, MLA Aaditya… pic.twitter.com/Sp34g2roVM— IANS (@ians_india) June 22, 2026 The latest defection is being viewed as part of the Shinde camp’s continued efforts to strengthen its hold within Maharashtra politics by attracting leaders from the rival UBT faction. To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/ 

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'Loyalty Has Almost Completely Disappeared': Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi Reacts To Sena MLC Sachin Ahir's Defection

Mumbai: Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi on Tuesday, reacting to MLC Sachin Ahir’s recent jump to the Shiv Sena, stated that loyalty has completely disappeared in politics.Another big jolt came for Shiv Sena UBT as senior leader and Legislative Council member Sachin Ahir joined the Shiv Sena led by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.Azmi reacts to defectionSpeaking to reporters, Azmi said, “Nowadays, in politics, there's no telling who will go where. Loyalty has almost completely disappeared. People only look at where they have better opportunities—whether they can become a minister or where they stand to gain more.”Mumbai, Maharashtra: On Shiv Sena (UBT) MLC Sachin Ahir joining the Shiv Sena, Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi says, "Nowadays, in politics, there's no telling who will go where. Loyalty has almost completely disappeared. People only look at where they have better… pic.twitter.com/tmIHsSUDwZ— IANS (@ians_india) June 30, 2026 Referring to the move, he stated that it is a very wrong approach in politics. Moreover, MLC Sachin Ahir, immediately after quitting Shiv Sena UBT, filed his nomination for the post of Deputy Chairman of the Maharashtra Legislative Council as the Shiv Sena’s official candidate.During the nomination filing, he was accompanied by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar.Operation Tiger gains momentumMeanwhile, Ahir’s switch is seen as the second phase of the Shinde camp’s reported 'Operation Tiger' strategy aimed at attracting leaders from the Uddhav Thackeray faction, after successfully bringing six sena MPs into the Shinde-led Shiv Sena fold.Moreover, Ahir’s sudden switch is being seen as a major blow to Shiv Sena UBT, as he was considered politically important in strengthening the party’s position in the state.Uddhav Thackeray Faces Major Setback As Shiv Sena UBT MLC Sachin Ahir Joins Shinde Sena; Files Nomination For Dy Chairman PostAhir’s political journeySachin Ahir's political career traces back to the 1990s, when he first worked as a mill workers' union leader. He later entered politics and was elected as the MLA from Worli for the first time in 1999. He was re-elected twice later. However, he subsequently vacated the seat for Shiv Sena UBT leader Aaditya Thackeray, who won the constituency in 2014.To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/ 

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Uddhav Thackeray Faces Major Setback As Shiv Sena UBT MLC Sachin Ahir Joins Shinde Sena; Files Nomination For Dy Chairman Post

Mumbai: Shiv Sena UBT chief Uddhav Thackeray suffered another political setback on Tuesday after senior leader and Legislative Council member Sachin Ahir joined the Shiv Sena led by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.Mumbai, Maharashtra: Shiv Sena (UBT) MLC Sachin Ahir joined the Shiv Sena led by DCM Eknath Shinde and filed his nomination for the post of Deputy Chairman of the Maharashtra Legislative Council as the Shiv Sena candidate pic.twitter.com/F53g9T1NMD— IANS (@ians_india) June 30, 2026 Soon after joining the Shinde-led Shiv Sena, Ahir filed his nomination for the post of Deputy Chairman of the Maharashtra Legislative Council as the party’s official candidate. Sachin Ahir was accompanied during the nomination filing by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar.सचिन अहिर यांनी शिवसेनेकडून उपसभापती पदासाठी अर्ज दाखल केला #sachinahir #shivsena pic.twitter.com/QKhhaaSaAQ— अल्पेश करकरे Alpesh Karkare (@alpeshreport) June 30, 2026 The move is being seen as another major blow to the Shiv Sena UBT, especially as Ahir was considered one of Uddhav Thackeray’s close aides and trusted leaders in Mumbai politics.Ahir’s switch is seen to be the second phase of the Shinde camp’s reported 'Operation Tiger' strategy aimed at attracting leaders from the Uddhav Thackeray faction. After successfully bringing several MPs into the Shinde-led Shiv Sena following the Lok Sabha and Assembly elections, the focus has now reportedly shifted towards inducting MLAs and Legislative Council members from the Sena UBT.Who Is Sachin Ahir?Ahir, who began his career as a mill workers' union leader in the 90s, was elected as an MLA from Worli for the first time in 1999. He was re-elected twice later, after which he left the seat for Sena UBT scion Aaditya Thackeray, who won the seat in 2014.How Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis Helped Shiv Sena Secure 6 MPs Under 'Operation Tiger' Sachin Ahir’s induction is being viewed as politically important due to his influence in Mumbai and his long-standing association with the Thackeray family. He was also considered politically important in strengthening the party’s position in areas linked to Shiv Sena UBT leader Aaditya Thackeray.Leaders from the Shinde faction have openly hinted in recent weeks that more legislators from the UBT camp could join their side in the coming months. The latest political development is expected to intensify the ongoing battle between the two Shiv Sena factions ahead of crucial political and civic developments in Maharashtra. To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/ 

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