After Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut suggested there would be no compromise in seat-sharing talks, Congress leader Milind Deora responded to him by emphasising the importance of consulting with Maharashtra's local leadership before making any partnership arrangements.

In response to Raut's remark, Deora emphasised that no alliance can be formed without first contacting the state's local leadership, underlining Congress's significant role as the state's major opposition.