BJP leader's urine ritual at Shaniwar Wada stirs political hornet's nest
A video of Muslim women offering namaz at Pune's historic Shaniwar Wada fort on Saturday has kicked off a heated political debate.
BJP leaders, led by MP Medha Kulkarni, responded with a "purification" ritual using cow urine at the site.
The incident quickly drew protests from Hindu groups and put the spotlight on local authorities and politicians.
Kulkarni calls for strict action, says Shaniwar Wada not mosque
Kulkarni called for strict action, saying Shaniwar Wada is not the place to offer namaz and urging strict action.
Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane echoed her concerns about cultural ties.
Meanwhile, opposition leaders pushed back—NCP's Rupali Patil Thombre urged legal action against Kulkarni for stoking communal tension, and Shiv Sena's Neelam Gorhe highlighted the need to follow rules for protected monuments.
Police have stepped up security as the investigation continues.