Pune, Dec. 14 -- An understanding has reportedly been reached between the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Thackeray faction) and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) in Pimpri-Chinchwad, indicating a possible alliance between Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray.

Leaders from both parties have stated that while the two brothers have come together in principle, only a formal announcement remains.

Former Shiv Sena MLA Gautam Chabukswar and MNS city president Sachin Chikhale claimed here on Saturday that there is widespread happiness among party workers over the reunion of the Thackeray brothers.

They added that there would be no disputes over seat-sharing, and that three rounds of meetings have already taken place.

Discussions are also underway to form a...