Shiv Sena (UBT) has proposed MLA Bhaskar Jadhav for the leader of opposition post in the Maharashtra legislative assembly. Despite falling short of the 10% seat threshold, the party argues there is no constitutional provision barring their claim. The combined opposition holds nearly 50 seats in the 288-member assembly.
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