Supporters of rebel leader Eknath Shinde gathered at Anand Ashram in Thane

Supporters of rebel leader Eknath Shinde gathered at Anand Ashram at Tembhi Naka in Thane in support of Shinde. The security has also been tightened in the area. Earlier, Mumbai Police has taken a big decision against the backdrop of political turmoil in the state. A curfew has been imposed from today till July 10 to ensure law and order in the city. Mumbai Police has issued a circular in this regard.

In view of the political crisis in the state, the Thane district administration has imposed Section 144, i.e. curfew. The district has issued an order banning any kind of political procession till June 30. 

Thane is the stronghold of Shiv Sena rebel leader Eknath Shinde. According to the order issued by the Thane District Collector and District Magistrate, "Carrying of sticks or any kind of weapon, burning of posters, burning of statues has been banned. Announcing or playing songs on the speaker is also not allowed.