Religious Leader Ramgiri Maharaj Booked for Alleged Remarks Against Prophet Mohammad

Police in Maharashtra's Thane district have registered a case against Hindu religious leader Ramgiri Maharaj for allegedly making objectionable remarks against Prophet Mohammad and Islam. The remarks were made at a religious event in Nashik district, and the video went viral on social media. Maharaj faces multiple FIRs in Maharashtra.

Police in Maharashtra's Thane district have filed a case against Hindu religious leader Ramgiri Maharaj for allegedly making objectionable comments about Prophet Mohammad and Islam, according to an official statement on Saturday.

The remarks, allegedly made during a religious event at Shah Panchale village in Nashik district, were captured on video and went viral on social media. The Mumbra police have booked Maharaj under various sections, including for wounding religious feelings, promoting enmity, and criminal intimidation.

Ramgiri Maharaj also faces multiple FIRs in Nashik and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar districts. He stated that his comments were a reaction to the atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh, insisting his intent was to unite Hindus. Maharaj said he is prepared to face any legal consequences and will respond to notices as they come.

(With inputs from agencies.)