Fire and philosophy, kranti amidst ashaanti between two sides sizzle as Uddhav Thackeray has to establish connect with a brand new logo
Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) supporters hold a flaming torch as they pay tribute to Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray, on Tuesday. Pic/PTI
Contrary to what Shakespeare said—what’s in a name?—there’s lots in a name, given the current bitter Maharashtra Govt. vs Uddhav Thackeray battle. The Uddhav Thackeray faction has been given the mashaal or flaming torch as its symbol. It will also be called Shiv Sena Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray). According to former MLA Krishna Hegde, “Shiv Sena won one of its first elections with the mashaal as its symbol.”