How Communal Clashes Are Shaping the 2024 Maharashtra Election

In this video, we delve into the recent communal clashes in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, where Muslim residents protested an RSS march with chants of "Allahu Akbar," sparking tensions. We explore how these events, including the late-night violence reportedly carried out by Hindutva mobs, have been downplayed by mainstream media.

With Maharashtra’s elections just weeks away, such incidents seem to be strategically escalating, fuelling the BJP's hardline Hindutva agenda.

We also discuss controversial figures like Nitesh Rane and the role of the Sakal Hindu Samaj in stoking communal sentiment across the state. As communal tensions rise, the political implications for one of India’s richest states become clear. What impact will these clashes have on the upcoming elections? Watch The Wire's Zeeshan Kaskar for a detailed breakdown of the political strategies at play.

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