Mumbai, Oct. 12 -- Shiv Sena UBT leader Anand Dubey on Monday resigned from the party's primary membership and his position as national spokesperson, citing differences over the party's approach to matters of national importance.

Dubey said his decision was guided by national interests, maintaining that his commitment to the country took precedence over political affiliations and individual considerations.

Announcing his resignation, Dubey expressed dissatisfaction with certain positions adopted by the Uddhav Thackeray-led party. He indicated that differences over the recognition of significant national and patriotic developments had contributed to his decision to leave the organisation.

Among the issues raised by Dubey was the party's a...