Political Tensions Rise as Leaders Demand Action Against Maharashtra Minister

Political leaders urged Maharashtra Governor to remove Dhananjay Munde from the cabinet for a fair investigation into Beed sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh's murder. They allege Munde's aide, Walmik Karad, is linked to the crime. The leaders demand Munde's resignation, stricter police action, and measures to curb extortion and violence.

On Monday, a bipartisan delegation of political leaders met Maharashtra Governor C P Radhakrishnan, urging the removal of state minister Dhananjay Munde to facilitate a fair probe into Beed sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh's murder.

The controversy deepened as Munde met Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, though details remain undisclosed. Congress MLA Vijay Wadettiwar and BJP MLA Suresh Dhas submitted a memorandum demanding decisive action to restore public trust in justice.

Santosh Deshmukh was allegedly killed for opposing extortion linked to a windmill project. Protests arose after seven arrests, including Munde aide Walmik Karad, emphasized the need for stringent actions against extortion and police negligence.

(With inputs from agencies.)