Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has sparked controversy by claiming that former Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis pledged to groom his son, Aaditya Thackeray, as the next Chief Minister. Thackeray made these assertions during a rally in Dharavi, claiming that Fadnavis had promised to prepare Aaditya for the top position as part of their parties' power-sharing pact.

Thackeray stated that during discussions with BJP leader Amit Shah at his 'Matoshree' mansion, Fadnavis indicated a desire to relocate to Delhi within two to three years, paving the way for Aaditya's rise to the office of Chief Minister. However, Fadnavis quickly refuted the charges, describing Thackeray's statements as "delirious" and accusing him of creating stories, reported PTI.