Raj Thackeray(Indian Politician) Biography, Wiki, Early-life, Career, Family, Relationships & Many More…

Who is Raj Thackeray?

Who is Raj Thackeray?

Raj Shrikant Thackeray is an Indian Politician and the founding chairperson of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena(MNS). First, he was a member of Shiv Sena. Later on, After he founded MNS in 2006. Raj Thackeray is the nephew of Balasaheb Thackeray.

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Full NameRaj Shrikant Thackeray
ProfessionPolitician, Cartoonist, Orator
Date of Birth14 June 1968
Place of BirthMumbai, Maharashtra, India
ParentsShrikant Thackeray & Kunda Thackeray
EducationSir J.J. Institute of Applied Art
Political PartyMaharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS)
Marital StatusMarried to Sharmila Thackeray
ChildrenAmit Thackeray, Urvashi Thackeray
Notable WorkFounder of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena

Early-life

Raj Shrikant Thackeray was born on June 14, 1968, in Mumbai, Maharashtra (India). In his early childhood, he had learned to play Tabla, Guitar, and Violin. Later on, he has done his graduation from Mumbai’s Sir J. Institute Of Applied Art. In his college life, Raj joined Mamik, the weekly magazine of Balasaheb Thackeray as a cartoonist.

AspectDetails
NameRaj Shrikant Thackeray
Date of BirthJune 14, 1968
Place of BirthPune, Maharashtra, India
Family Background– Belongs to the prominent Thackeray family in Maharashtra, known for their involvement in politics and social activism.

Career

Raj Thackeray started his political career by launching the student wing of Shiv Sena called Bhartiya Vidyarthi Sena. Later on, Raj came to prominence during the campaign for the 1990 Maharashtra Assembly Campaign. Later on in the 1990s, Raj believed himself to be the heir of his uncle Balasaheb. But Balasaheb, strongly preferred his son, Uddhav. Later on, on November 27, 2005, Raj resigned from Shiv Sena. In that party, he has announced to start a new political party. On March 9, 2006, Raj Thackeray founded Maharashtra Navnirman Sena.

YearCareer Milestones
1980s Worked as a cartoonist for the Marathi weekly ‘Marmik’, founded by his uncle, Bal Thackeray.
Involved in Shiv Sena’s activities, gradually rising through the ranks within the party.
1990s Held various positions within Shiv Sena, including leading its youth wing and becoming a prominent leader.
2006 Departed from Shiv Sena due to differences with his cousin, Uddhav Thackeray, who was leading the party.
Founded his own political party, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), with a focus on Marathi interests.
2009 Led MNS to contest the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly elections, winning a significant number of seats.
Established himself as a formidable political figure, known for his aggressive stance on various issues.
2010s Continued to lead MNS, advocating for Marathi pride and voicing concerns over issues such as job opportunities for locals and migrants in Maharashtra.
Participated in various state elections, although MNS’s electoral success fluctuated over the years.
2020s Maintained his presence in Maharashtra politics, although MNS faced challenges in retaining its earlier momentum.
Remained active in addressing regional and state-level issues, often through public rallies and media interactions.

Family

On December 11, 1990, Thackeray married Sharmila Wagh, she is the daughter of Marathi Cinema Photographer & Director Mohan Wagh. They have a son, Amit Thackeray, and a daughter Urvashi Thackeray. His uncle is Balasaheb Thackeray.

NameRelationshipDetails
Bal ThackerayUncleFounder of Shiv Sena, influential politician
Meena ThackerayAuntWife of Bal Thackeray
Uddhav ThackerayCousinSon of Bal Thackeray, Leader of Shiv Sena
Rashmi ThackerayCousin-in-lawWife of Uddhav Thackeray, active in politics
Raj ThackeraySelfFounder of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS)
Sharmila ThackerayWifeSpouse of Raj Thackeray
Amit ThackeraySonSon of Raj and Sharmila Thackeray
Urvashi ThackerayDaughterDaughter of Raj and Sharmila Thackeray

Relationships

On December 11, 1990, Thackeray married Sharmila Wagh, she is the daughter of Marathi Cinema Photographer & Director Mohan Wagh. They have a son, Amit Thackeray, and a daughter Urvashi Thackeray.

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