Shiv Sena Demands Action Against Sanjay Raut for Threatening Unrest
Shiv Sena demands action against Sanjay Raut for inciting unrest.
A delegation of Shiv Sena leaders met Mumbai Police Commissioner Deven Bharti, pressing for stringent action against Sanjay Raut, a Rajya Sabha MP from the rival Shiv Sena (UBT) faction. The delegation, including Shiv Sena secretary Sanjay More, former MLA Shirish Parkar, former MP Sanjay Nirupam, and Rajya Sabha MP Milind Deora, accused Raut of threatening to instigate "Nepal-like anarchy" in India, citing his recent statements as evidence of intent to destabilize the nation.
In a formal letter submitted to the Commissioner, the Shiv Sena leaders condemned Raut’s remarks, alleging they reflect a conspiracy to sow mistrust in key institutions such as the Election Commission of India, judiciary, government, and media. The letter described Raut’s rhetoric as exhibiting “Urban Naxal-like tendencies” and called for immediate action against those promoting violence or threatening to replicate unrest similar to Nepal’s recent anti-government protests. “Action should be taken against Sanjay Raut for backing violence and anarchy like Nepal,” the letter stated.
The controversy stems from Raut’s comments earlier that day, where he urged the BJP and Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena to take note of the violent protests in Nepal, which forced Prime Minister K P Oli to resign. Speaking to reporters, Raut warned, “I am continuously giving warning. We have seen what happens when there is an explosion of people’s anger.” In a post on X, he further escalated the rhetoric, stating, “Nepal-like situation may arise in Maharashtra & India. Nepali youth fight corruption & dictatorship. Eknath Shinde group filed a police complaint against me for saying this. They’re scared! Corruption brings power, but Nepal’s revolution shows the way. Jai Hind! Jai Maharashtra! Bharat Mata Ki Jai!”
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The Shiv Sena delegation’s complaint highlights growing tensions between the two factions of the party, with Raut’s provocative statements intensifying political friction in Maharashtra. As Mumbai Police review the allegations, the incident underscores the volatile intersection of political rhetoric and public order, with potential implications for the state’s stability ahead of future elections.
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