Ramdas Athawale Criticizes Sanjay Rauts Remarks Comparing Amit Shah to Bishnoi

Mumbai, October 21 (Daily Kiran) : Central Minister Ramdas Athawale has strongly reacted to comments made by Shiv Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Raut, who suggested that Amit Shah is the “real Bishnoi.” Athawale deemed Raut’s comparison completely inappropriate.

Speaking to reporters, Athawale stated, “I believe such accusations are entirely unjust. Amit Shah is the Home Minister of the country and a senior leader of the BJP. Comparing him to Bishnoi is absolutely wrong.” He criticized Raut for consistently making such statements, noting that Raut has repeatedly claimed, “When our government comes,” a promise he made in 2024 and continues to echo today.

Athawale emphasized that while individuals have the right to strive for their government, change cannot occur solely through protests and demonstrations. He acknowledged Uddhav Thackeray’s support for the movement led by CJP founder Abhijit Dipeke but reiterated that power transitions in India occur through elections, not movements. “This is not Bangladesh; here, only elections can bring about a change in government,” he asserted.

Addressing discussions regarding the Mahayuti alliance and the Chief Minister position in Maharashtra, Athawale remarked that there are no disputes within the coalition. He pointed out that Devendra Fadnavis currently serves as Chief Minister because the BJP secured 132 seats, while Eknath Shinde’s party won 57.

Athawale praised Eknath Shinde for his commendable tenure as Chief Minister, highlighting his rise from an auto-rickshaw driver to a leadership position within Shiv Sena. He noted, “If leaders from his party wish for Shinde to become Chief Minister again, it is only natural. It’s a positive sign that they are hoping to win more seats than the BJP so that Eknath Shinde can assume the role once again.”