Asaduddin Owaisi criticizes Devendra Fadnavis over ‘Aurangzeb ki aulad’ remark on Kolhapur violence

Hyderabad: Taking a dig at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis’ recent “Aurangzeb ki aulad” remark, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief hit back at Asaduddin Owaisi asking if he knew who were Nathuram’s children. Godse and Vaman Shivram Apte. Owaisi’s comments come after the controversy erupted after the Kolhapur violence in Maharashtra, where protests against alleged objectionable social media posts on Aurangzeb and Tipu Sultan turned violent.

On Wednesday, Fadnavis had said, “Suddenly sons of Aurangzeb were born in some districts of Maharashtra. They hold the status of Aurangzeb and show his posters. Because of this there is tension. Questions arise that where do these sons of Aurangzeb come from. Who is behind this? We’ll figure it out.”

While addressing a program of his party on Thursday, Owaisi said, “Maharashtra Home Minister Devendra Fadnavis had said ‘Aurangzeb’s son.’ do you know everything I didn’t know you (Fadnavis) are such an expert. So you must know who are the children of Godse and Apte, who are they?

Curfew was imposed in Maharashtra’s Kolhapur on Wednesday following a violent clash between two groups. Police resorted to lathicharge to disperse the crowd and bring the situation under control.

Meanwhile, former Maharashtra Chief Minister Sharad Pawar said on Thursday that there was no need to do politics over the Kolhapur incident. “Unfortunately, some people have created such a situation. It is not right for the society… Common people will have to pay the price… There is no need for politics in this. When it will be investigated, the truth will be out there.” Will come.” ,” the Nationalist Congress chief said while talking to reporters.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde stressed on the government’s responsibility to maintain law and order in the state and appealed to the public for peace. Shinde said, “The government is responsible for maintaining law and order in the state. I also appeal to the public for peace and calm. Police investigation is underway and action will be taken against those found guilty.”