According to sources, the two leaders discussed relevant state-related issues as well as the current political scene in Maharashtra

MNS President Raj Thackeray visited Varsha residence today, CM Shinde wrote on X

According to the sources, the timing of their meeting is significant against the backdrop of the state gearing up for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in 2024

The interaction between Raj Thackeray and CM Eknath Shinde follows after their prior meeting on December 2 which was also held in Mumbai

During their earlier meeting, Raj Thackeray and CM Shinde deliberated on concerns regarding toll collection practices and the necessity for Marathi signboards to be displayed outside shops across Maharashtra

Raj Thackeray had earlier criticised the state government, over their failure to enforce the display of Marathi signboards in stores and establishments in state