Shiv Sena (UBT) Urges Governor to Act Against ‘Corrupt’ Ministers

Quick Summary

• Shiv Sena (UBT) delegation, led by MLC Ambadas Danve, met Maharashtra Governor C.P.Radhakrishnan on July 28, 2025, demanding the dismissal of “tainted” and “corrupt” Ministers and mlas in the ruling Mahayuti alliance.
• A memorandum listing instances of alleged misconduct was submitted to the Governor along with evidence such as documents and a pendrive.
• Allegations include:

– Misconduct in land acquisition by Social Justice Minister Sanjay Shirsat.
– Agriculture Minister Manikrao Kokate playing online rummy during Legislative Assembly sessions.
– Revelation of illegal bars allegedly linked to Minister yogesh Kadam’s family.

• The opposition raised concerns over controversies like a honey trap case involving civil servants and former ministers, dowry death cases, murder investigations under political pressure, and law enforcement autonomy being compromised.

Indian Opinion Analysis
The allegations presented by Shiv Sena (UBT) highlight persistent concerns about ethics within governance and administration in Maharashtra. While accusations of corruption or misconduct are not uncommon in politics, these specific incidents raise questions about transparency and accountability within the State Government. If verified through independent investigation processes like those requested for cases such as the honey trap scandal or irregularities under police scrutiny, they could substantially impact public trust in leadership. Conversely, this advancement underscores an intensified opposition scrutiny that may redefine political narratives ahead of elections or major policy debates within Maharashtra. Ensuring fair investigations will be critical to maintaining integrity across institutional frameworks.

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