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Raj Thackeray has made an unusual request to his party workers this year. Instead of gathering at his residence Shivtirth to celebrate his birthday, he wants them to focus on community service. The MNS chief will be out of Mumbai with his family on June 14. His message also comes amid speculation about a potential political alliance with his cousin Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena party.

Key Points: Raj Thackeray Skips Birthday Celebration at Shivtirth

  • Raj Thackeray will be out of Mumbai on his birthday
  • Asks MNS workers to do good work instead
  • Hints at potential Shiv Sena alliance
  • Emotional message to party supporters
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Raj Thackeray urges MNS workers not to throng Shivtirth on his birthday

MNS chief Raj Thackeray requests party workers to avoid gathering at his residence, urges focus on community service

"If I have earned anything in life, it is your immense love. - Raj Thackeray"

Mumbai, June 14

The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray in a letter to party workers and well-wishers told them not to throng his residence Shivtirth at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Park, Dadar to wish him on his birthday on June 14, as he would be out of Mumbai with his family.

Instead, he instructed party workers to celebrate his birthday by doing good work for the people, while assuring them that he will soon come to meet them.

"It is not possible to meet you on June 14, which is of course my birthday, because on this day I am going out of Mumbai with my family. The question may arise in your mind or others that why I won't celebrate my birthday? Is there any special reason? But I sincerely tell you that there is actually no particular reason. Therefore, do not read too much into it. I will not be able to meet you on June 14," said Raj Thackeray in his letter to the party workers.

He further said, "For the past several decades, you all have come from every corner of Maharashtra on my birthday. I don't get to talk to you that day, but seeing you and meeting many of you is energising. If I have earned anything in life, it is your immense love. And for this love I have been indebted to you all my life and will continue to be so."

He added, "Together, let us strive to build a prosperous Maharashtra."

Raj Thackeray has been hogging headlines amid talks of an alliance with his estranged cousin brother Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) during the upcoming elections to the BrihanMumbai Municipal Corporation.

Interestingly, Uddhav Thackeray last week said, "Whatever Maharashtra has in mind will happen."

Although he declined to divulge further details, Uddhav Thackeray added that he will not give any indication now but will give the news in a few days.

"I told you in just one sentence, we are looking into all the nuances in this regard. Also, I will not just give you a message but direct news. There is no confusion in the minds of my Shiv Sainiks. Therefore, what I am saying is that rather than giving messages, we will give whatever news we want to give," said Uddhav Thackeray in his comment.

Uddhav Thackeray's statement came after Shiv Sena (UBT) MP, Sanjay Raut told reporters that "Perhaps there had been a phone call between the two (Raj and Uddhav) regarding an alliance."

- IANS

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Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments for the article:
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Amit P.
Respect for Raj Thackeray's decision to spend birthday privately. Leaders need family time too. But the timing is interesting with BMC elections around the corner. Is this a strategic move before announcing alliance with Uddhav? 🤔
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Priya M.
Finally a politician asking workers to do social work instead of birthday celebrations! This should become the norm across all parties. Less drama, more development work please 🙏
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Rahul K.
The Thackeray brothers coming together would be a masterstroke for Mumbai politics. But will their egos allow it? Both have strong personalities. Let's see if they can keep differences aside for Maharashtra's benefit.
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Sunita T.
As a Mumbaikar, I'm tired of this political tamasha. Every election it's the same drama - will they, won't they? Just focus on fixing our roads and drainage systems first! 😤
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Vikram S.
Raj Saheb's emotional letter shows his connect with grassroots workers. Unlike other politicians who just give orders, he acknowledges their love. This is why MNS has loyal cadre despite smaller size.
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Neha D.
The real test will be if this potential alliance actually delivers for Mumbai. We've seen too many political marriages of convenience that only benefit the leaders, not the people. Prove us wrong this time! 👍

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