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Supreme Court's Final Showdown: Uddhav vs Shinde Shiv Sena Battle Begins January 21

The Supreme Court has scheduled the final hearing in the Shiv Sena dispute case for January 21, 2026. This case pits Uddhav Thackeray's faction against Eknath Shinde's group over the party's bow and arrow election symbol. The court will also address the dismissal of disqualification pleas against Shinde faction MLAs by the Maharashtra Speaker. Additionally, the hearing will cover the NCP symbol dispute between Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar factions.

Key Points: Supreme Court Final Hearing Uddhav Thackeray Eknath Shinde Shiv Sena

  • Supreme Court to hear Shiv Sena bow and arrow symbol dispute from January 21, 2026
  • Case involves disqualification pleas against Shinde faction MLAs dismissed by Speaker
  • Thackeray faction challenges EC's 2023 symbol allocation to Shinde group
  • Court will also hear NCP symbol dispute involving Sharad and Ajit Pawar factions
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Supreme Court to begin final hearing in Shiv Sena dispute case from January21

Supreme Court begins final hearing on January 21, 2026 in Shiv Sena symbol dispute between Uddhav Thackeray and Eknath Shinde factions, including disqualification pleas.

"It will first hear the case relating to a dispute between the Shiv Sena faction - Supreme Court Bench"

New Delhi, November 12

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will begin final hearing on January 21, 2026, the dispute between Uddhav Thackeray and Eknath Shinde group of Shiv Sena in relation to allotment of 'bow and arrow' election symbol and dismissal of disqualification pleas by Maharashtra Speaker against Shinde faction MLAs.

A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi stated that it will first hear the case relating to a dispute between the Shiv Sena faction and then proceed to hear the disagreement involving the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP).

The Thackeray faction petitioned the Election Commission, assailing its February 2023 order, which awarded the party name and symbol to the faction led by Eknath Shinde, following the split in the Shiv Sena after the 2022 political crisis.

Thackeray's camp has contended the dismissal of disqualification pleas by the Maharashtra Speaker against Shinde and his faction's MLAs.

It also agreed to consider the petition filed by NCP (Sharad Pawar) against the ECI's decision to allot the official symbol to NCP (Ajit Pawar).

Sharad Pawar's group has also challenged the Election Commission's order, passed in February 2024, which allowed the Ajit Pawar group to use the official 'clock' symbol.

Following a rift between the Sharad Pawar and the Ajit Pawar factions of the NCP, the Election Commission of India recognised Ajit Pawar's party as the real NCP based on its legislative majority. It allotted the 'clock' symbol to it.

The top court had asked the Sharad Pawar faction to use the 'Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar' name for the upcoming elections and the "man blowing turha" symbol.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone who follows Indian politics closely, I must say the Election Commission's decisions in both Shiv Sena and NCP cases seem questionable. Giving symbols to breakaway factions based solely on legislative numbers undermines party ideology and internal democracy.
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Priya S
The bow and arrow symbol belongs to Balasaheb Thackeray's legacy. It's heartbreaking to see it being fought over like this. Original party workers stand with Uddhav ji! 🏹
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Michael C
Interesting how both major Maharashtra parties are facing similar internal conflicts. The Supreme Court's decision will set an important precedent for future political disputes in India's democracy.
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Ananya R
All this political drama while common people struggle with inflation and unemployment. Hope the courts settle this quickly so governments can focus on actual development work.
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Vikram M
The Speaker's decision to dismiss disqualification pleas was clearly biased. Democracy needs strong institutions that aren't influenced by political pressure. Supreme Court should restore faith in our system.

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