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13 Mar 2025, 09:08 GMT+10
Nashik (Maharashtra) [India], March 13 (ANI): Maharashtra Minister Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil on Wednesday backed Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's statement following the controversy surrounding BJP MLA Nitesh Rane.
Speaking to ANI, Vikhe Patil said, 'I agree with Ajit Pawar. No one can support any statement made on the great men of this country. Those who speak for publicity is not right.'
Earlier on Wednesday, Nitesh Rane voiced support for the Malhar certification as an alternative to Halal mutton for Hindus, stating that Halal food is part of Islam, not Hinduism.
Meanwhile, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Wednesday emphasized the importance of communal harmony in the state, urging both the opposition and ruling parties to avoid making statements that could disrupt peace.
Ajit Pawar also highlighted the patriotism of Maharashtra's Muslim community, noting their historical contributions alongside Hindu leaders in the state's fight for independence and unity.
'There is a large Muslim community in our country and Maharashtra who love their country. If we read history, we will see the books written by great people. They have done research and gathered information. Among the people who were with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, there were also Muslims. Who was handling his ammunition? Many examples can be given,' he said.
'Why he (Nitesh Rane) made such a statement and what was the intention behind his statement is not known, but any Muslim who is proud of their country is a patriot,' the Maharashtra Dy CM said.
Pawar also stressed that Shivaji's vision of Hindavi Swarajya was inclusive, bringing together people from all communities.
'Some people make statements that Maharashtra cannot tolerate. Be it the opposition or the ruling party, Maharashtra cannot afford this. All the dignitaries who led Maharashtra tried to maintain communal harmony. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj did not discriminate between castes or communities while establishing Hindavi Swarajya. He took everyone along and established Hindavi Swarajya. The new generation should always remember that. Members from both sides should ensure that no statement causes law and order problems,' he said. (ANI)
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