Shiv Sena Deputy Leader and Spokesperson Sanjay Nirupam has made serious allegations suggesting a potential business relationship between Uddhav Thackeray and the Gupta brothers, a group of businessmen from Africa accused of numerous crimes. According to Nirupam, Uddhav Thackeray allegedly met with one of the Gupta brothers at the official residence of Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut in Delhi on the evening of August 7, 2024. Nirupam has called for an investigation into the CCTV footage from Raut's residence to confirm this meeting.
He questioned why Thackeray, who usually stays at luxury hotels like Taj or Maurya during his Delhi visits, chose to stay at Raut’s residence this time. "Did Uddhav Thackeray meet Ajay Gupta during his Delhi visit?" Nirupam asked, emphasizing the need for clarification. He speculated that there might be a business connection between Thackeray and Ajay Gupta, known for his notorious reputation.
Nirupam also expressed concerns about Thackeray's foreign investments, suggesting that the recent Election Commission approval allowing Thackeray to accept donations might be related to his interactions with the Gupta brothers, possibly for election funding. Nirupam further noted the Thackeray family's reputed overseas investments, including properties in London and other prominent locations. He questioned whether Thackeray had investments in Africa and if the Gupta brothers were involved in these ventures, challenging Thackeray to provide a clear explanation.