Goa, June 7 -- Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Saturday pushed for a forward-looking approach, emphasizing that his party is focused on building the future rather than dwelling on past differences with the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS). Raut's remarks came amid growing speculation over a possible political alliance between the two parties, which split nearly two decades ago.

"Those who wish to take positive steps do not look back. We look to the future. How long are you going to dwell on the past?" Raut told reporters in Mumbai, urging MNS leaders to set aside previous rifts and consider the potential for collaboration.

His comments followed Sena (UBT) president Uddhav Thackeray's recent admission that informal talks are underw...