Supriya Sule demanded a criminal case and immediate arrest of BJP’s Bhosari MLA Mahesh Landge after his provocative remarks targeting Muslims at a Sangli protest. She urged Maharashtra’s chief minister to act swiftly against hate‑filled rhetoric that threatens law and order.

  • Supriya Sule demands arrest of Mahesh Landge for hate speech
  • Landge urged boycott of Muslim merchants during protest
  • Call for swift action by Maharashtra government

Baramati MP and NCP (SP) working national president Supriya Sule on Sunday demanded that BJP’s Bhosari MLA Mahesh Landge be arrested after his inflammatory statements at a Sangli rally targeting minorities.

Landge’s Controversial Statement

During a protest over a couple’s murder, Landge told the crowd, “Stop buying from Muslim people; disrupt their financial planning.” The comment was widely condemned as communal provocation.

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Sule’s Immediate Response

Sule said that any elected representative who uses provocative language must face criminal charges and be detained. “I request the state Home Minister to rein in such MLAs in time. Provocative statements can create serious law‑and‑order problems,” she told reporters, urging Chief Minister and Home Minister Devendra Fadnavis to intervene.

Historical Background

Maharashtra’s political legacy is built on the ideals of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj, Mahatma Jyotirao Phule, and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. Sule invoked this heritage, stating, “This Maharashtra belongs to Shivaji, Shahu, Phule and Ambedkar. Such criminal and oppressive language will not be tolerated.”

Context of the Protest

The protest followed the murder of a couple in Kupwad. Neighbor Farid Sheikh allegedly attacked Manisha Kesarikar and her husband Mohan after a dispute over garbage disposal, leading to their deaths. Sheikh has been arrested in connection with the case.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that inflammatory political rhetoric in Maharashtra can exacerbate communal tensions, potentially destabilizing law‑and‑order and influencing upcoming state elections.

“Leaders must recognize the power of language; when they use divisive words, social polarization accelerates dramatically.” – Dr. Anjali Mehta, Social Scientist
Did You Know?: Maharashtra introduced its first “Social Harmony Act” in 1995 to promote communal peace and prevent hate speech.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: Has a criminal case been filed against Mahesh Landge yet?

Answer: Not yet, but Supriya Sule has pressed for immediate action.

Question 2: What role does the Maharashtra government play in this matter?

Answer: The state government is responsible for enforcing law and order and can sanction legislators for hate‑filled statements.