Shiv Sena Minister's Remark on Cabinet Misery Sparks NCP Outrage

Shiv Sena minister Tanaji Sawant has stirred controversy by claiming he feels like vomiting after attending cabinet meetings with NCP members. NCP leaders, including spokesperson Amol Mitkari, have condemned his remarks and stressed the need for coalition harmony within Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti coalition.

Shiv Sena minister Tanaji Sawant has sparked controversy by stating he feels nauseated after attending cabinet meetings with NCP colleagues, drawing sharp criticism from the Ajit Pawar-led party.

During a Thursday event, Maharashtra's health minister and hardcore Shiv Sainik, Sawant, expressed his discomfort with Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leaders, saying, "Even if we sit next to each other in the cabinet, I feel like vomiting after coming out."

The ruling Mahayuti coalition in Maharashtra, comprising the BJP, Shiv Sena led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, and Ajit Pawar's NCP, now faces internal strains. NCP spokesperson and MLC Amol Mitkari condemned Sawant's statement, questioning whether maintaining alliance unity should solely be their responsibility and urging the chief minister to address the issue.

(With inputs from agencies.)