Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray died in Mumbai today. The 86 year old founder of the Sena was ailing and being treated at his home in Matoshree in Bandra East. As soon as the news of his death was announced, the BJP which is in alliance with the Shiv Sena in the state announced that they would cancel the dinner meeting with the Prime Minister slated for later today. The Prime Minister's Office also tweeted saying that the dinner with the UPA allies was cancelled.
