Nagpur, June 19 -- Amid growing speculation over a possible split in UBT Sena following the absence of six party MPs from a parliamentary board meeting, Shiv Sena leader Manisha Kayande on Friday said it would be premature to comment on the matter until their MPs explain the absence.

Speaking to ANI, Kayande said, "Yesterday, a meeting of Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs was called, and six people did not attend. Until they present their views on this matter and why they did not attend, it is difficult for us to comment on it."

Reacting to remarks made by party MP Sanjay Raut against the rebel MPs, Kayande criticised Raut's language and conduct.

"What more can be expected from Sanjay Raut? This is not the first time he has done this," she said.

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