Shiv Sena (UBT), MNS announce alliance ahead of Mumbai civic polls

Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS have joined forces for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections. Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray confirmed their alliance, uniting for the cause of 'Marathi manoos' and Maharashtra. Seat sharing for Nashik Municipal Corporation is finalized. Talks are ongoing for other civic bodies. The alliance aims to oppose the state government's language policy.