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Sena politics

Raj Thackeray's resignation from all posts in the Shiv Sena (Nov. 28) once again brings to the fore the tragedy of Indian politics. The kin of the founders of almost all political parties occupy the top posts after their fathers, uncles, and so on. Ideology seems to have lost all relevance. Worse, those who desert these parties have no qualms in hailing their newfound political homes. Former Shiv Sainiks Narayan Rane and Sanjay Nirupam are a case in point.

M. Chandrasekhar,
Ghaziabad, U.P.

If difficult times and an intolerant situation were what forced Raj Thackeray's resignation, is it not paradoxical for him to claim that he still respects his uncle? The Shiv Sena is clearly headed for a split, causing further confusion among party workers.

David Peniel,
Tiruchi, T.N.

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