Maharashtra
Possibility of political earthquake – split between Uddhav Thackeray group and Congress?

Mumbai: Once again a news has come out which has created a stir in the politics of Maharashtra. Shiv Sena Shinde faction leader and state Industry Minister Uday Samant has made a big claim about the leaders of Shiv Sena (Uddhav Thackeray faction) and Congress. Uday Samant is currently on a tour to Davos and he has given information about these political activities from there.
Are the leaders of Uddhav Thackeray faction and Congress in touch with Shinde?
According to Uday Samant, four MLAs and three MPs of Uddhav Thackeray faction have met Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in the last 15 days. Apart from this, five Congress MLAs are also in touch with Shinde. Samant has claimed that in the next three months, ten former MLAs of Uddhav Thackeray faction, some district heads, and former MLAs and MPs of Congress will join the Shinde faction.
More split in Shiv Sena?
This news can be a big setback for the Uddhav Thackeray faction. Shiv Sena (Uddhav faction) had already suffered a big loss due to the rebellion of Eknath Shinde. If more MLAs, MPs and office bearers join the Shinde faction, Uddhav Thackeray’s political position may weaken.
Benefit of resentment in Congress?
The claim that five Congress MLAs are also in contact with Shinde has brought to the fore the factionalism and resentment within the Congress. Now the reaction of senior Congress leaders is awaited on this.
Big announcement from Davos tour
Uday Samant said that Maharashtra has announced an investment of Rs 5 lakh crore on the first day of the Davos tour. He called it a big economic opportunity for Maharashtra, but his political comment is likely to raise questions on the success of this tour.
Political far-reaching consequences
This comment of Uday Samant has created a stir in Maharashtra politics. Now it will be important to see how the Uddhav Thackeray faction and the Congress react to this. In the context of the upcoming local self-government institutions elections, these events can lead to a big change in the political equations.
Maharashtra
Mega Block On Sunday, Feb 9: Services To Remain Suspended On Harbour, Central & Western Lines; Check Details

Mumbai: Central Railway’s Mumbai Division will operate a mega block on its suburban sections on Sunday, February 9, as well as on western and harbour routes, to carry out various engineering and maintenance works. On central, mainly UP and DOWN fast services will be affected, which will use the slow track between a few stations below. In western, some trains will be cancelled.
Down Fast Line (CSMT to Mulund):
From 10:58 am to 3:10 pm, DN fast line trains departing from CSMT Mumbai will be diverted on DN slow at Matunga halting in line with their respective halts between Matunga and Mulund station. The train is expected to be delayed by 15 minutes. At Mulund station, fast trains heading beyond Thane will be diverted onto the DN fast line.
Fast Trains Services:
UP fast line services leaving Thane From 11:25 am to 3:27 pm, diverted on a slow line at Mulund, arriving 15 minutes late.
Harbour Line Services:
DOWN Harbour line services to CSMT to Vashi/Belapur/Panvel (11:16 am – 4:47 pm) and CSMT to Bandra/Goregaon (10:48 am – 4:43 pm) are cancelled.
UP Harbour line services from Panvel/Belapur/Vashi to CSMT (9:53 am – 3:20 pm) and Goregaon/Bandra to CSMT (10:45 am – 5:13 pm) are also cancelled.
Special Panvel-Kurla-Panvel services will run during the block. Passengers can travel via Main/Western Lines from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Transharbour Line
No Block
Uran Line
No Block
Western line services:
From 10:00 pm on February 8 to 11:00 am on February 9 all UP/DN Fast line trains between Grant Road and Mumbai Central will run on slow lines.
Some trains will be cancelled or short-terminated at Bandra/Dadar.
Maharashtra
‘BJP Would Have Lost In 1st Hour Of Counting If..’: Sanjay Raut On 2025 Delhi Election Results

Mumbai: As the BJP leads in the Delhi Assembly election trends, Shiv Sena UBT leader Sanjay Raut has pointed out the impact of a divided opposition. He remarked that the competition remains tight but suggested that a Congress-AAP alliance could have changed the outcome. He stated that both parties aimed to keep the BJP out of power but failed to unite, which might have secured the BJP’s defeat in the first hour of counting.
On BJP’s lead in Delhi Election trends, Raut said, “… The early trends show a sharp competition. Had Congress and AAP been together, the results may have been different… The political opponent of AAP and Congress is BJP. Both of them fought to keep BJP from coming to power, but they fought individually. If they had been together then BJP’s defeat must have been confirmed in the first hour (of counting)…”
Omar Abdullah’s Dig At INDIA Bloc Allies
Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah took a swipe at his India bloc allies, Congress and AAP over their separate contest in Delhi. Sharing a popular meme on X, he sarcastically suggested that the two parties continue fighting amongst themselves. The meme, which read, “Jee bhar kar lado. Samaapt kardo ek dusre ko!” was accompanied by his caption, “Aur lado aapas mein!!!” implying that their disunity had cost them dearly in the elections.
Abdullah’s remark follows the BJP’s lead in 45 out of 70 seats in the Delhi legislature, as per ECI trends. His criticism comes in light of Congress and AAP contesting separately, despite being allies under the INDIA bloc. This division seemingly played into the BJP’s hands, allowing them to consolidate their position in the capital. Abdullah had earlier questioned the INDIA bloc’s effectiveness and the Delhi elections appear to have further fueled doubts about its unity and strategy.
BJP’s Comfortable Lead Over AAP & Congress
As per early trends from the Election Commission, the BJP has now crossed the majority mark in Delhi. The party is leading in 45 seats, while AAP is ahead in 25. With 36 seats needed for a majority, the BJP appears set to return to power in the capital after over two decades.
The AAP, which won 62 out of 70 seats in the last election, was hoping for a third consecutive term. However, the BJP’s resurgence and Congress’ inability to make a major impact have reshaped the political landscape in Delhi.
Maharashtra
Navi Mumbai: 8,000 Contractual Workers Announce Indefinite Strike Over Wage Dispute, NMMC Refutes Allegations

Navi Mumbai: The ongoing dispute between contractual employees and the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) over wage regularization under the Minimum Wages Act has intensified. While the employee union has announced to go on indefinite strike, civic administration denies the allegations made.
Indefinite Strike Announced
More than 8,000 contractual workers have announced an indefinite strike starting February 10, citing NMMC’s failure to address their long-standing grievances. “Our demands for equal pay for equal work have been consistently ignored by the administration, leaving the workers with no choice but to go on strike,” said a union member affiliated with the Samaj Samata Kamgar Sangh,
A month-long chain hunger strike had been initiated last year by the union, during which several workers reportedly fell ill and required hospitalization. “Despite this, no concessions were made by the municipal administration,” claimed a union representative.
NMMC Refutes Allegations
However, NMMC has refuted these claims, maintaining that workers’ welfare has always been prioritized. ” Since its inception, contractual workers have been engaged through contractors for essential services such as sanitation, water supply, and healthcare, with wages being paid as per legal provisions, ” said an official.
Administration further revealed that representations were submitted to the state government on July 25, 2022, and July 18, 2023, seeking guidance on implementing equal pay for equal work for contractual employees. “In response, on September 25, 2024, the state government refused to provide financial assistance, citing existing laws and regulations, and advised NMMC to take necessary action independently,” informed the official.
Following this, a committee was established to examine legal provisions, prevailing rules, and judicial rulings from the High Court and Supreme Court. A fact-based report is informed to have been prepared and shared with all workers’ unions “but it was not accepted by the protesting employees. Despite multiple meetings between senior municipal officials and protestors, attempts to convince them to withdraw the strike have been unsuccessful,” said the official.
The Municipal Commissioner is reported to have personally met the protestors and subsequently ordered the formation of a special committee, led by a retired Additional Chief Secretary of Maharashtra Government. “The committee has been instructed to submit its findings at the earliest, considering the concerns of sanitation workers. The details of this process have been shared with Samaj Samata Kamgar Sangh and seven other workers’ unions.Continuous discussions are said to be underway with all concerned unions to prevent the mass strike and ensure that essential services remain unaffected,” said the official.
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