Opposition in Maharashtra seeks dismissal of Union Minister Narayan Rane for his comments on Shankaracharyas; demands apology from BJP. Rane criticized Shankaracharyas for not blessing the Ram Temple and accused them of viewing PM Modi and BJP through a political prism. Shiv Sena leader demands apology from BJP and Rane s dismissal. Congress workers protest against Rane. Two out of four Shankaracharyas have welcomed the consecration ceremony but will not attend. Opposition targets BJP over Shankaracharyas decision not to attend the ceremony.
Union Minister Narayan Rane on Saturday said the Shankaracharyas should bless the Ram Temple instead of criticising some aspects and accused them of looking at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP through a "political prism".
Shankaracharyas look at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP through a political prism. This temple is not built on politics but on religion. Ram is our God