Uddhav vs Shinde: Rahul Shewale new Shiv Sena leader in LS; SC to hear petitions

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has recognised Rahul Shewale as Shiv Sena leader in the Lower House of Parliament.

Though no formal announcement has been made by the Lok Sabha Speaker, sources told India Today that Om Birla has recognised Rahul Shewale as Shiv Sena leader in Lok Sabha.

On Tuesday, Eknath Shinde said the Lok Sabha Speaker has recognised Rahul Shewale as the Shiv Sena leader in the Lower House of Parliament.

Speaking to reporters in New Delhi, Eknath Shinde said Shiv Sena MPs have supported his stand to uphold the ideals of party founder Balasaheb Thackeray.

“Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has recognised Rahul Shewale as the Shiv Sena leader in the Lower House,” he said.