2 Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs reject defection claims, deny Rs 15 crore offer
Rajabhau Waje and Omraje Nimbalkar, two Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs, denied receiving a Rs 15 crore offer to defect to the Eknath Shinde-led faction. They stated that they have not been contacted by any party leader or offered any money. Sanjay Raut, the Shiv Sena (UBT) spokesperson, had previously alleged such offers were being made to party MPs. Om Birla, the Lok Sabha Speaker, has been urged by the party to not recognize any breakaway group of party MPs.
21 JUN 2026
— NDTV
Six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, increasing its strength in the Lok Sabha to 13.
— NDTV
Six Shiv Sena MPs are expected to join Eknath Shinde's faction in Delhi, seeking merger approval and claiming to represent the "real" Shiv Sena.
— Indian Express
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Omraje Nimbalkar switched his allegiance to the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, citing development needs and pending projects.
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