The first of his family in three generations to contest an election, Aaditya Thackeray filed his nomination for the assembly polls amid much pomp and fanfare, on Thursday. He filed his nomination from Worli Assembly constituency and was accompanied by his family. He has declared assets worth Rs 16.05 crore and has no liabilities or legal cases against him.

In a show of strength, Aaditya, 29, was accompanied by all senior leaders of the Shiv Sena. A huge crowd followed him for over two kilometres through the streets of Lower Parel and Worli from morning to afternoon. Senior citizens and the Sena's women workers were seen dancing and shouting slogans throughout. The mood was festive with the loud noise of crackers, around three to four sets of bands playing music, and a continuous shower of flowers from those standing in the balconies of Worli buildings.