Shiv Sena Workers Protest After Uddhav Thackeray Birthday Poster Torn

Shiv Sena (UBT) workers blocked a main road in Akola, Maharashtra after a birthday poster of their chief, Uddhav Thackeray, was found torn. The protest took place near the main post office square, leading to some detentions, although normal traffic flow was quickly restored.

In Akola, Maharashtra, workers of the Shiv Sena (UBT) staged a road blockade on Saturday morning following the discovery of a torn poster wishing their chief, Uddhav Thackeray, a happy birthday, according to a police official.

The controversial poster had been displayed at the main post office square, as confirmed by an official from the City Kotwali police station.

"Shiv Sena (UBT) workers blocked the main road in protest. Several of them were detained, and regular traffic was soon restored," the police official reported.

(With inputs from agencies.)