Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, while clarifying in a high-level meeting on the communal violence in Nagpur, said that the violence happened due to social media. The video of setting fire to Aurangzeb’s symbolic grave was shared on social media saying that Kalma Tayyaba’s chaadar was burnt, after which this video went viral on social media.

In the afternoon, the police had heard the complaint after hushing up the matter, but in the evening rumors were spread through social media and the situation worsened. He said that a report has been sought from Nagpur Police Commissioner Ravinder Singhal and senior officials on the Nagpur violence and the situation has been reviewed. Law and order is maintained.

He said that those who attacked the police will not be spared and strict action will be taken against them. He said that property loss and compensation will be recovered from the rioters who committed violence, otherwise their property will be confiscated. On the lines of UP, Devendra Fadnavis has now announced that the losses from the rioters will be compensated in Maharashtra as well. He said that so far many accused have been arrested, including four children.

So far 105 accused have been arrested. Curfew has also been relaxed. Addressing the press, Fadnavis said that social media accounts that disturb peace are being investigated. Many objectionable content has also been removed.

Fadnavis said that people were misled on social media and crowds were mobilized in it. Investigation of global conspiracy is also going on. So far investigation of controversial content on social media is going on. He said that there was never a riot in Nagpur since 1992, but this violence was spread.

Mumbai: Mumbai Crime Branch has claimed to have arrested four fraudsters for duping aspirants by promising to increase success rate and ratio in MBA, MHCET and other government exams. Crime Branch has busted a gang which stole the data of candidates registered and enrolled in State CET Cell Mumbai MBA, MHCT exams and contacted a total of 72 candidates from Maharashtra through mobile phones, luring them to get admission in prestigious colleges and demanding Rs 15 to 20 lakh.

Crime Branch Unit 5 has taken action in this case, while the case was registered at Azad Maidan Police Station in Mumbai. The accused involved in this case used to make calls and audio and video calls through WhatsApp to the affected candidates of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Bihar, Rajasthan and other states and extorted lakhs of rupees from them by luring them to increase percentage in MBA, MHCT exams. Police have claimed to have arrested 4 accused from New Delhi using modern technology in this case. More arrests are expected in this case, as important action has been taken by wearing masks.

DCP Datta Nalawade said that complaints were being received from various districts of Maharashtra that there was manipulation in government examinations and the percentage of admission in prestigious colleges was being increased by hacking the website. The Crime Branch took action and arrested four accused. These accused told that if any center including Beed, Jalna and Parbhani is selected in the state of Maharashtra, then they will play an important role in making it successful. This action was taken on the instructions of Mumbai Police Commissioner Vivek Phansalkar.

Mumbai: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar hosted an iftar party in Mumbai’s Marine Lines, where he spoke about India’s cultural diversity and cautioned against threats to Muslims amid the ongoing controversy surrounding Aurangzeb’s grave.

Addressing the gathering at Marine Lines during Ramadan, Pawar, the leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP-Ajit Pawar), reaffirmed the nation’s strength in unity. “India is a symbol of unity in diversity. We should not fall into the trap of divisive forces,” he stated.

Pawar highlighted the significance of celebrating festivals together, emphasizing that recent and upcoming occasions like Holi, Gudi Padwa, and Eid teach the values of coexistence. “We should all celebrate together because unity is our real strength. I want to assure you that your brother Ajit Pawar is with you,” he added, expressing solidarity with the Muslim community.

Speaking about Ramadan, he said the sacred month transcends religious boundaries and embodies values of humanity, sacrifice and self-discipline. He stressed that fasting during Ramadan not only purifies the body but also fosters compassion for the underprivileged.

Pawar’s Warning At Iftar Party

Pawar also issued a stern warning against communal tensions. “Anyone who tries to intimidate our Muslim brothers and sisters, create conflict between communities, or take the law into their own hands will not be spared,” he declared.

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is considered the holiest period for Muslims. During this time, followers observe fasting from dawn to dusk, a practice known as Roza, which is one of Islam’s five pillars. It promotes self-restraint, devotion, and spiritual reflection.

Meanwhile, Maharashtra has been witnessing heated political discussions over the Nagpur violence, which erupted following the Mahayuti government’s demand to remove Aurangzeb’s grave from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.