Shiv Sena rebel camp takes Maharashtra power tussle to Supreme Court

India's apex court is now involved in the unfolding political crisis in Maharashtra, after the state's rebel MLAs - led by Eknath Shinde - filed a plea in the Supreme Court, challenging their disqualification from the Shiv Sena.

Earlier this week, the Shiv Sena launched a bid to disqualify 16 rebel MLAs, lodging a plea with the Deputy Speaker of the Maharashtra Assembly. In addition, the Uddhav Thackeray-led party has also appointed Ajay Choudhari as the Legislature Party leader.

The Shinde camp has raised objections to both moves, now involving the apex court, further blowing up the crisis.


These pleas are set to be heard on June 27, having been listed for an unrgent hearing.