Shiv Sena (UBT) Chief Uddhav Thackeray spoke at an event marking the birth anniversary of former PM Rajiv Gandhi in Mumbai. He remarked that his father used to criticize Rajiv Gandhi, but government agencies never targeted him. Thackeray, along with other MVA leaders, attended the Congress party-organized event where criticism of the BJP and calls for unity against their policies were voiced. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge highlighted the importance of collective resistance against unfair legislation pushed through by the BJP. Discussions at the event emphasized the need for opposition unity to counter BJP's dominance in governance and prevent hasty enactment of laws.