Shiv Sena, a prominent political party in Maharashtra, has reached out to MNS (Maharashtra Navnirman Sena) chief Raj Thackeray, inviting him to support their candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The move by Shiv Sena is seen as an attempt to consolidate anti-BJP votes and forge a united front against the ruling party. Thackeray, known for his fiery speeches and confrontational style, has been openly critical of migrants and has taken on NCP’s (Nationalist Congress Party) heavyweight, Chhagan Bhujbal. Thackeray’s criticism has not been limited to the opposition parties; he has also targeted his coalition partners – BJP and NCP – stating that they are not ‘bonded by fevicol’ like the others. This remark by Thackeray indicates a strain in the alliance between the three parties. Meanwhile, the NaMo app, an official mobile application of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has started promoting BJP merchandise featuring slogans and quotes related to the party. The app, which is widely popular among BJP supporters, has added a new section for purchasing merchandise. The move is seen as an attempt to capitalize on the growing popularity and influence of the app among the party’s followers. In Delhi, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is making waves in political circles with the presence of Swati Maliwal. Maliwal, who is the Chairperson of the Delhi Commission for Women (DCW), has become a prominent face of the party in the national capital. With her strong advocacy for women’s rights and initiatives to address issues like child marriage and domestic violence, Maliwal has garnered attention and support from various sections of the society. Her presence is expected to boost AAP’s prospects in Delhi and attract more voters to the party’s fold. Overall, these developments indicate the shifting dynamics and strategies being employed by political parties as the Lok Sabha elections draw near.