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Political tensions in Maharashtra escalated after a clash between Shiv Sena and AIMIM over comments regarding Mumbra, with Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde rejecting AIMIM leader Sahar Sheikh's suggestion to 'paint Mumbra green' as an attempt to inject religious politics into civic matters. Sheikh clarified that his remarks were misinterpreted and intended to represent his party's flag. This exchange underscores the growing communal tensions in Maharashtra, particularly in Thane, as civic issues become increasingly intertwined with identity narratives.