Maharashtra Breaking News LIVE: Supreme Court Adjourns Shiv Sena Case to 2023
Court Reserves Order on Shinde-Thackeray Factions' Dispute
Legal Battle over 'Bow and Arrow' Symbol Continues
In a significant development in the ongoing legal battle between the Uddhav Thackeray and Eknath Shinde factions of Shiv Sena, the Supreme Court on Friday adjourned the hearing to 2023.
The Election Commission (EC) had frozen the 'bow and arrow' symbol of Shiv Sena in October, after both factions staked claim to it. The Supreme Court had then stayed the EC's order, allowing both factions to use different symbols in the recent Andheri East bypoll.
The case pertains to a petition filed by the Thackeray faction challenging the EC's decision and the Shinde-led government's move to appoint a new election commission for the party.
Key Points from the Supreme Court Hearing
- The Supreme Court reserved its order on the dispute over the Shiv Sena party name and symbol.
- The hearing on the matter has been adjourned to next year.
- The EC's freeze on the 'bow and arrow' symbol remains in place for now.
- Both factions continue to use different symbols as per the SC's earlier order.
The adjournment of the case to 2023 is a setback for both factions, as it means the resolution of the dispute will take longer. The verdict is likely to have a major impact on the political landscape of Maharashtra.
