The Gujarat High Court has declined to stay Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s plea seeking a stay on his conviction in the ‘Modi surname’ defamation case. Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut expressed hope that Rahul Gandhi would receive justice from the higher court in this matter. Commenting on the situation, Raut stated that the central government was targeting Gandhi and expressed his belief that the higher court would hear his plea and revoke his disqualification as a Member of Parliament.
Raut also addressed the recent alliance between the Shinde faction and Shiv Sena, stating that due to Ajit Pawar, the Shinde faction had previously left Shiv Sena, but had now formed an alliance again. He described their current unity as pretentious.
In response to questions about mediation with Raj Thackeray, Raut mentioned that there was no need for mediation as Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray are brothers. Raut acknowledged his friendship with Raj Thackeray, stating that although their political paths had diverged, they still had an emotional attachment and could communicate with each other over the phone.
Regarding Ajit Pawar’s recent comment about Sharad Pawar’s age, Raut stated that Sharad Pawar had always been an inspiration and that age was not a determining factor. Raut drew a parallel to the late Balasaheb Thackeray, who despite being in his 80s, had always served as a source of inspiration and strength.
In conclusion, the news article reports on the Gujarat High Court’s decision to refuse a stay on Rahul Gandhi’s conviction in the ‘Modi surname’ defamation case. It includes the perspective of Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut, who expresses hope that Gandhi will receive justice from the higher court and that his disqualification as an MP will be revoked. Raut also addresses the recent alliance between the Shinde faction and Shiv Sena and dismisses the need for mediation in communication with Raj Thackeray. Finally, Raut defends Sharad Pawar against comments about his age, emphasizing his continued inspiration and influence.
