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HYDERABAD — Following demands from the VHP and other groups to remove Aurangzeb’s tomb from Shambji Nagar, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) spokesperson Sunil Ambekar stated on Wednesday that the Mughal emperor was “not relevant” in the present times, while emphasising that the RSS discourages and condemns any form of violence.
“Aurangzeb is not relevant today. No form of violence is encouraged,” Ambekar said.
The RSS stand comes at a time when tensions are high after violence broke out in Nagpur over the demand to remove Aurangzeb’s tomb and various rumours connected to it.
Fifty individuals have been detained, and a curfew remains in effect for the second consecutive day across ten police district areas in Nagpur following violent clashes that erupted on March 17, police said.
Speaking to ANI, DCP Rahul Maknikar says, “The situation is under control. The investigation is underway. We have formed 10 teams. We have detained 50 people so far.”
Meanwhile, the Judicial Magistrate First Class Court (JMFC) has remanded 19 accused in the Nagpur violence case to police custody till March 21. Yesterday, the Ganeshpeth police produced the accused before the court.
Earlier today, Maharashtra Junior Minister for Home (Urban) Yogesh Kadam condemned the recent violence in Nagpur, stating that it is a very serious matter. He emphasised that strictest action would be taken against those responsible for attacking Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP)-level officers and other police personnel.
Sunil Ambekar’s comments come as the RSS gears up to celebrate its centenary, during which the organisation will assess the expansion of its Shakha units. — With inputs from ANI
