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Uddhav Thackeray Criticizes Delhi Protest Response, Calls for Regime Change
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🗓 18 Oct 2026, 02:46 PM
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Uddhav Thackeray has publicly denounced the government's handling of recent protests in Delhi, asserting that a change in regime is necessary.
Uddhav Thackeray, the leader of the Shiv Sena party, has publicly criticized the central government for its handling of recent protests in Delhi. In a statement released earlier today, he demanded that the current regime be replaced.
Thackeray, who served as Maharashtra's chief minister from 2019 to 2022, said that the protests in the national capital reflected widespread frustration among citizens. He argued that the government's response was inadequate and that a change in leadership was necessary to address the concerns of the people.
The Shiv Sena has long been a vocal opposition to the ruling party at the centre, and Thackeray's remarks come amid growing calls for accountability and reform. He urged political leaders to listen to the voices of the protestors and to consider a new direction for governance.
While the protests have focused on various issues, Thackeray's statement underscores the broader demand for political change. He added that the current regime must be replaced if the government is to regain public trust.
Thackeray, who served as Maharashtra's chief minister from 2019 to 2022, said that the protests in the national capital reflected widespread frustration among citizens. He argued that the government's response was inadequate and that a change in leadership was necessary to address the concerns of the people.
The Shiv Sena has long been a vocal opposition to the ruling party at the centre, and Thackeray's remarks come amid growing calls for accountability and reform. He urged political leaders to listen to the voices of the protestors and to consider a new direction for governance.
While the protests have focused on various issues, Thackeray's statement underscores the broader demand for political change. He added that the current regime must be replaced if the government is to regain public trust.