Maharashtra BJP threatens protest if no action taken against Sharjeel Usmani for defaming Hindu community
Maharashtra BJP has demanded action against Sharjeel Usmani for allegedly making defaming statements against the Hindu community during his address at the Elgar Parishad conclave in Pune on Saturday.
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UPDATED: February 2, 2021 12:47 IST
The BJP in Maharashtra had demanded action against Usmani, accusing him of hurting religious sentiments. (Photo: Twitter)
Maharashtra Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday gave a 48-hour ultimatum to the state government to take action against Sharjeel Usmani, a former student leader. As per a complaint filed by BJYM leaders, Sharjeel Usmani allegedly made defaming statements on the Hindu community during his address at the Elgar Parishad conclave in Pune on Saturday.
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