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BJP Leaders Demand Retraction After NCP-SP MLA Labels Sanatan Dharma Perverted

Awhad’s comments came after the NIA court cleared all accused in the 2008 Malegaon blasts, prompting BJP leaders to accuse him of scriptural errors and political appeasement.

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NCP-SP MLA Jitendra Awhad said concept of Sanatan Dharma behind oppression of anti-caste activists, social reformers such as BR Ambedkar.
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The four-time MLA added that Sanatan Dharma was responsible for denying Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj his coronation and for defaming Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. (File photo)

Overview

  • NCP-SP MLA Jitendra Awhad declared that Sanatan Dharma is a perverted ideology that has “ruined India” and alleged it historically oppressed figures including Shivaji Maharaj and B.R. Ambedkar.
  • Ram Kadam, a senior BJP leader, said Awhad’s remarks were based on an incomplete reading of scriptures and aimed at political appeasement.
  • BJP MP Sambit Patra condemned the MLA for insulting Hindu heritage and questioned whether his views reflect his party’s official stance.
  • Awhad issued his denunciation on August 2 following the NIA special court’s acquittal of all seven suspects in the 2008 Malegaon blasts for lack of evidence.
  • The dispute has deepened debates over caste and religious identity in Maharashtra, reviving discussions on ‘saffron terror’ and the contrast between Sanatan and Hindu Dharma.