'Deliberate Attempt To Communalise Kolhapur': Aurangzeb's Status Divides Maharashtra | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQFLqFI-PgY The Wire Jun 10, 2023
Communal clashes in Kolhapur have disrupted the city's harmony. On the 300th anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's coronation, a WhatsApp video glorifying Tipu Sultan incited outrage among some groups. Concurrently, posters featuring Aurangzeb were displayed during a festival in Ahmednagar. A protest march by the 'Sakal Hindu Samaj' in Sangamner on June 7th remained peaceful, but the next day, Hindu groups in Kolhapur turned violent, pelting stones at shops. Political discussions highlight polarization tactics ahead of elections. Social media's role in spreading distrust is concerning. Efforts are underway to restore peace and promote inclusivity in Kolhapur.