Beed Sarpanch Murder Case Triggers Protests and Political Fallout in Maharashtra

The brutal killing of Santosh Deshmukh has led to public outrage, political demands for ministerial resignations, and intensified investigations.

Mass protests, including a planned January 5 march in Pune, demand justice for murdered sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh and the arrest of all accused.
Minister Dhananjay Munde faces calls for resignation over alleged links to Walmik Karad, a key figure in the extortion case tied to the murder.
The Maharashtra government has formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the case, with over 150 individuals questioned so far.
Villagers in Beed have staged 'jal samadhi' protests, criticizing delays in apprehending three absconding suspects in the murder case.
Opposition leaders and activists allege administrative lapses and political interference, demanding accountability from the police and state government.