Controversial Remarks by Ramgiri Maharaj on Prophet Mohammad Spark Multiple FIRs

Several FIRs have been registered against religious leader Ramgiri Maharaj in Maharashtra for his alleged objectionable remarks against Prophet Mohammad and Islam. These remarks were made at an event in Nashik, and their video spread widely on social media. The Hindu seer defended his comments, reflecting on atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh, sparking a wider controversy.

Multiple First Information Reports (FIRs) have been filed against Ramgiri Maharaj, a religious leader, for his allegedly defamatory comments against Prophet Mohammad and Islam, according to Maharashtra police.

The contentious remarks, made during a religious event in Nashik's Sinnar Taluka, went viral on social media, prompting police action. Ramgiri Maharaj claimed the comments addressed atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh.

Chief Minister Eknath Shinde recently shared a public platform with Maharaj, calling him a "saint." Maharaj faces numerous charges, including promoting religious enmity and criminal intimidation, across several districts including Mumbai, Nashik, and Thane.

(With inputs from agencies.)