Overview

• Sangram Jagtap urged Hindus to buy Diwali goods only from Hindu traders, with a video of the speech circulating widely.
• Ajit Pawar called the remarks "completely wrong" and noted he had previously warned Jagtap after similar comments in June.
• The NCP has issued a show-cause notice to Jagtap and will decide on further steps after receiving his written response.
• Jagtap defended his stance by citing the Pahalgam terror attack and suggesting buyers check sellers’ religion.
• Opposition figures, including Congress leaders, condemned the statement and pressed for tougher action such as a police case or removal from post.