Shiv Sena MP Arvind Sawant Apologizes for 'Imported Maal' Remark

Controversy erupts as Sanjay Raut defends Sawant's comment, sparking backlash over women's respect in Maharashtra politics.

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Arvind Sawant faced criticism for calling Shaina NC 'imported maal,' leading to an FIR for outraging modesty.
Sanjay Raut defended Sawant, claiming the remark wasn't insulting as it referred to Shaina NC being an outsider in Mumbadevi.
Shaina NC condemned the remark as sexist and questioned the Shiv Sena (UBT)'s stance on women's respect.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde criticized the comment, suggesting Balasaheb Thackeray would have condemned such remarks.
The controversy comes ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly elections, scheduled for November 20.