Out of 9 Lok Sabha MPs, only Arvind Sawant, Anil Desai and Rajabhau Waje attended Sanjay Raut’s press conference in Delhi. He claimed that an “important person” had informed him that attempts were being made to bribe MPs, alleging Rs 50 crore deals with Rs 15 crore as advance, and that some MPs refused to travel without payment.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut alleged that some Maharashtra MPs were being offered "Rs 50 crore" to switch sides and challenged dissidents to quit.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader claims ₹15 crore will be offered to MPs amid speculation of party defections.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader claims ₹15 crore will be offered to MPs amid speculation of party defections.

Cash offers, chartered flights, alleged pressure tactics and a looming split - Sanjay Raut has made a series of sensational claims as Shiv Sena (UBT) fights to prevent another rebellion in its ranks.

Since its formation by Bal Thackeray in 1966, internal strife and the exit of top leaders have been a recurring reality for the Shiv Sena