Parbhani, June 23 -- Amid the political controversy triggered by six Maharashtra MPs joining Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, Parbhani MP Sanjay Jadhav on Tuesday hit back at Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut over his remarks targeting the defecting parliamentarians.

The row erupted after six MPs from Maharashtra publicly joined the Shinde-led Shiv Sena, drawing sharp criticism from Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders. Raut had used strong words against the MPs and called for an "Operation Todwa" against them.

Responding to Raut's remarks, Jadhav said political leaders often face allegations and criticism and should respond appropriately when required.

"In politics, we have to face many allegations and counter-allegations. We ha...