BJP MLA Nitesh Rane's Controversial Remarks: 'We Will Enter Mosques and Pick Them Off One by One'
BJP MLA and son of former Union Minister Narayan Rane, Nitesh Rane, has ignited a controversy with his inflammatory remarks in Ahmednagar, Maharashtra. During a speech on Sunday, September 1, at the Sakal Hindu Samaj movement in Ahmednagar, Rane issued a direct threat, warning, "I am giving you a warning in the language you understand. If you do anything against our Ramgiri Maharaj, we will enter your mosques and pick you out one by one. Remember that."
Rane, known for his provocative statements, was addressing the crowd in support of Sarla Island's Mahant Ramgiri Maharaj and protesting against the alleged injustices faced by Hindus in Bangladesh. His remarks were made during the 'Hunkar' march organized by the Hindu community and devotees of Ramgiri Maharaj in Yeola.
Story that caught the eye: Most brazen hate and incitement to violence speech imaginable by BJP MLA Nitesh Rane in Ahmednagar. Two FIRs filed. His place is not in assembly but in jail. Where does this impunity to say whatever you will come from? 😡 pic.twitter.com/V8lK1LodnH
— Rajdeep Sardesai (@sardesairajdeep) September 2, 2024
The inflammatory nature of Rane's speech has led to the filing of two separate FIRs against him in Ahmednagar district's Shrirampur and Tophkhana police jurisdictions. The FIRs, filed under various sections of the Indian Penal Code, including Section 302 (punishment for murder) and Section 153 (promoting enmity between different groups), accuse Rane of delivering provocative speeches and hurting religious sentiments. The Tophkhana police are expected to issue a notice summoning Rane for questioning.
The controversy stems from remarks made by Mahant Ramgiri Maharaj, who is accused of making derogatory comments about the Prophet Muhammad. These comments have sparked protests by Muslim leaders in various locations, leading to the filing of FIRs against the Mahant.
As the situation unfolds, the police and legal authorities are expected to closely monitor the developments, given the sensitive nature of the issue and the potential for communal tensions.
