Sachin Ahir leaves UBT for Shiv Sena ahead of Maharashtra polls
Sachin Ahir, former Worli MLA and Aaditya Thackeray aide, joins Shiv Sena and files for deputy chairman of Maharashtra Legislative Council.
June 30, 2026
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Source: hindustantimes.com
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Sachin Ahir, a former MLA from Worli and a close confidante of Aaditya Thackeray, has left the Shiv Sena (UBT) faction and joined the Shiv Sena led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. The move comes ahead of key Maharashtra polls.
Ahir also filed his nomination for the post of deputy chairman of the Maharashtra Legislative Council. Confirming the development, Shrikant Shinde, MP and son of Eknath Shinde, said Ahir had formally joined the party.
Ahir's defection is seen as a significant political shift in Maharashtra, where the Uddhav Thackeray-led faction has been losing ground to the Shinde faction. Ahir was a prominent figure in the UBT camp and his departure may impact the party's strength in the Mumbai region.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Sachin Ahir?
Sachin Ahir is a former MLA from Worli and a close aide of Aaditya Thackeray, who recently left the Shiv Sena (UBT) to join the Shiv Sena led by Eknath Shinde.
What position did Sachin Ahir file for?
He filed his nomination for the post of deputy chairman of the Maharashtra Legislative Council.
Why is this defection significant?
It marks a shift in Maharashtra politics, weakening the Uddhav Thackeray faction and strengthening the Shinde faction ahead of state polls.
