Mumbai, June 23 -- Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on Tuesday accused Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, whom he disparagingly referred to as 'Fakenath' Minde, of systematically evading legislative accountability.

Speaking to reporters, Thackeray alleged that the Dy CM has made a habit of dodging his responsibilities during assembly sessions by designating junior ministers to respond to questions on his behalf, despite retaining those specific portfolios himself.

Aaditya Thackeray argued that the questions raised during the legislative "Question Hour" are not merely political jabs, but essential inquiries regarding the welfare of Maharashtra's citizens. He contended that the Shinde's refusal to face the house dire...