Nitesh Rane's Contentious Remarks on Bakrid, Madrassas, and Cow Slaughter Spark Outrage

Maharashtra BJP leader Nitesh Rane sparked controversy by criticizing Bakrid animal sacrifices and madrassas at a Hindu rally. He proposed "virtual Bakrid" instead of animal slaughter. Rane compared religious teachings, praised Hindu resistance to conversion, and accused madrassas of hosting anti-national activities. He called for police raids on religious schools, urged strict cow slaughter enforcement, and demanded respect for national symbols at the event.