Uddhav Thackeray Draws Parallels Between Gen Z and Maratha Warrior Shivaji

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray drew a striking comparison between Generation Z and the legendary Maratha king Shivaji during a recent public address. He pointed out that even the Mughal emperors had once referred to Shivaji as a ‘chuha’ (mouse), using the remark to highlight the resilience and audacity of the younger generation. Thackeray suggested that Gen Z, like Shivaji, is unafraid to challenge established norms and is determined to carve its own path. The remark sparked a mix of reactions, with some praising the historical reference and others questioning the appropriateness of the comparison.